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1 sub-agencies
Cross-joined with state geography and occupational mix
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD
Open-data reference.
Federal workforce data for MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD. This agency represents 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce. Source: OPM FedScope, March 2025.
What the Numbers Say About MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD
MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD employs 177 federal civilian workers, which accounts for 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce of 2,289,472 reported in the OPM FedScope March 2025 release. Compared to the prior period, headcount moved down by -4.8%, a signal that hiring authorities and attrition at this agency are shedding net positions during the current reporting window.
On compensation, the average salary of $164,600 sits 49.8% above the federal civilian average of $109,869. Average length of service at MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD is 16 years, reflecting a workforce that has built institutional knowledge across 1 sub-agencies. For applicants comparing federal employers, this pay premium (or gap) combined with tenure patterns helps explain why some agencies retain staff through full careers while others cycle more rapidly through early-career hires.
Geographic reach is another signal of scale: MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD has employees in 7 states and territories, with the largest concentration in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (91 employees at $160,054 avg salary). Over the most recent 0 months of workforce-dynamics data, the agency recorded 0 accessions against 0 separations for a net change of +0 positions — useful context for job seekers evaluating whether MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD is expanding, contracting, or simply replacing departures. All figures draw directly from OPM FedScope Employment Cubes and update quarterly.
Workforce Overview
Employees
177
-4.8% from prior period
Average Salary
$164,600
+2.3%
Avg Length of Service
16 yrs
Sub-agencies
1
Data vintage
March 2025
OPM FedScope quarterly snapshot
Source authority
OPM FedScope
U.S. Office of Personnel Management — official federal HR data
MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD pay vs. federal civilian average
Agency average $164,600 relative to federal average $109,869
MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD workforce by GS grade tier
Estimated distribution of 177 employees across the General Schedule pay grades. Tier weights are modeled from the agency's average salary of $164,600, average length of service of 16 years, and sub-agency salary brackets. Color encodes pay-band tier (entry / mid / senior / executive).
MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD — estimated GS-grade workforce mix. Source: OPM FedScope March 2025; pay tiers modeled from agency averages.
Salary Analysis
How MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD pay compares to the federal average of $109,869
Agency Average
$164,600
Federal Average
$109,869
vs. Federal Avg
+49.8%
Salary Range by Sub-agency
Under $80K
0
$80K–$100K
0
$100K–$120K
0
$120K–$150K
0
Over $150K
177
Sub-agencies & Organizational Units
MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD has 1 sub-agencies. The highest-paying unit averages $164,600.
| Sub-agency | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD | 177 | $164,600 | 16 yrs |
Geographic Presence
MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD has employees in 7 states and territories. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA has the most with 91 employees.
| State | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA | 91 | $160,054 | 14 yrs |
| GEORGIA | 14 | $158,793 | 17.4 yrs |
| CALIFORNIA | 14 | $171,153 | 15.7 yrs |
| TEXAS | 13 | $172,721 | 21.4 yrs |
| VIRGINIA | 11 | $180,200 | 15.4 yrs |
| PENNSYLVANIA | 11 | $160,187 | 23.5 yrs |
| ILLINOIS | 11 | $168,950 | 16.1 yrs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people work at MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD? ▾
MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD employs 177 federal workers as of March 2025. This represents 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce of 2,289,472.
What is the average salary at MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD? ▾
The average salary at MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD is $164,600 per year, which is 49.8% above the federal average of $109,869.
What is the average length of service at MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD? ▾
The average length of service at MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD is 16 years. The federal average is 11.8 years.
How many sub-agencies does MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD have? ▾
MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD has 1 sub-agencies or organizational units. The largest is MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD with 177 employees.
In how many states does MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD have employees? ▾
MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD has employees in 7 states and territories. The largest concentration is in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA with 91 employees.
Is MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD hiring or downsizing? ▾
Workforce dynamics data is not currently available for MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD.
Where can I find salary data for occupations at MERIT SYSTEMS PROTECTION BOARD? ▾
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Data Source: U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) FedScope Employment Cubes, March 2025. Federal civilian non-seasonal full-time and part-time employees. Data does not include military personnel, postal workers, or intelligence agency staff. Last updated: 2026-03-10.
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