Records analyzed
1 sub-agencies
Cross-joined with state geography and occupational mix
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD
Open-data reference.
Federal workforce data for NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD. This agency represents 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce. Source: OPM FedScope, March 2025.
What the Numbers Say About NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD
NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD employs 426 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 -2.7%, 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 $162,175 sits 47.6% above the federal civilian average of $109,869. Average length of service at NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD is 17 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: NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD has employees in 5 states and territories, with the largest concentration in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (299 employees at $166,217 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 NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD is expanding, contracting, or simply replacing departures. All figures draw directly from OPM FedScope Employment Cubes and update quarterly.
Workforce Overview
Employees
426
-2.7% from prior period
Average Salary
$162,175
+2.7%
Avg Length of Service
17 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
NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD pay vs. federal civilian average
Agency average $162,175 relative to federal average $109,869
NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD workforce by GS grade tier
Estimated distribution of 426 employees across the General Schedule pay grades. Tier weights are modeled from the agency's average salary of $162,175, average length of service of 17 years, and sub-agency salary brackets. Color encodes pay-band tier (entry / mid / senior / executive).
NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD — estimated GS-grade workforce mix. Source: OPM FedScope March 2025; pay tiers modeled from agency averages.
Salary Analysis
How NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD pay compares to the federal average of $109,869
Agency Average
$162,175
Federal Average
$109,869
vs. Federal Avg
+47.6%
Salary Range by Sub-agency
Under $80K
0
$80K–$100K
0
$100K–$120K
0
$120K–$150K
0
Over $150K
426
Sub-agencies & Organizational Units
NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD has 1 sub-agencies. The highest-paying unit averages $162,175.
| Sub-agency | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD | 426 | $162,175 | 17 yrs |
Geographic Presence
NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD has employees in 5 states and territories. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA has the most with 299 employees.
| State | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA | 299 | $166,217 | 17.5 yrs |
| FLORIDA | 14 | $146,145 | 14.1 yrs |
| TEXAS | 12 | $164,450 | 20.6 yrs |
| COLORADO | 12 | $164,484 | 19 yrs |
| WASHINGTON | 11 | $146,477 | 14.5 yrs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people work at NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD? ▾
NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD employs 426 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 NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD? ▾
The average salary at NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD is $162,175 per year, which is 47.6% above the federal average of $109,869.
What is the average length of service at NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD? ▾
The average length of service at NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD is 17 years. The federal average is 11.8 years.
How many sub-agencies does NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD have? ▾
NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD has 1 sub-agencies or organizational units. The largest is NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD with 426 employees.
In how many states does NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD have employees? ▾
NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD has employees in 5 states and territories. The largest concentration is in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA with 299 employees.
Is NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD hiring or downsizing? ▾
Workforce dynamics data is not currently available for NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD.
Where can I find salary data for occupations at NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD? ▾
While PlainGovJobs provides agency-level salary data, you can explore detailed salary data by occupation on WageDex at wagedex.com, which covers 831 occupations with Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
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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