Records analyzed
1 sub-agencies
Cross-joined with state geography and occupational mix
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
PEACE CORPS
Open-data reference.
Federal workforce data for PEACE CORPS. This agency represents 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce. Source: OPM FedScope, March 2025.
What the Numbers Say About PEACE CORPS
PEACE CORPS employs 978 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 -1.6%, 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 $135,884 sits 23.7% above the federal civilian average of $109,869. Average length of service at PEACE CORPS is 9.2 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: PEACE CORPS has employees in 12 states and territories, with the largest concentration in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (373 employees at $137,026 avg salary). Over the most recent 9 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 PEACE CORPS is expanding, contracting, or simply replacing departures. All figures draw directly from OPM FedScope Employment Cubes and update quarterly.
Workforce Overview
Employees
978
-1.6% from prior period
Average Salary
$135,884
+1.4%
Avg Length of Service
9.2 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
PEACE CORPS pay vs. federal civilian average
Agency average $135,884 relative to federal average $109,869
PEACE CORPS workforce by GS grade tier
Estimated distribution of 978 employees across the General Schedule pay grades. Tier weights are modeled from the agency's average salary of $135,884, average length of service of 9.2 years, and sub-agency salary brackets. Color encodes pay-band tier (entry / mid / senior / executive).
PEACE CORPS — estimated GS-grade workforce mix. Source: OPM FedScope March 2025; pay tiers modeled from agency averages.
Salary Analysis
How PEACE CORPS pay compares to the federal average of $109,869
Agency Average
$135,884
Federal Average
$109,869
vs. Federal Avg
+23.7%
Salary Range by Sub-agency
Under $80K
0
$80K–$100K
0
$100K–$120K
0
$120K–$150K
978
Over $150K
0
Sub-agencies & Organizational Units
PEACE CORPS has 1 sub-agencies. The highest-paying unit averages $135,884.
| Sub-agency | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEACE CORPS | 978 | $135,884 | 9.2 yrs |
Geographic Presence
PEACE CORPS has employees in 12 states and territories. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA has the most with 373 employees.
| State | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA | 373 | $137,026 | 9.2 yrs |
| MARYLAND | 84 | $137,762 | 10.6 yrs |
| VIRGINIA | 74 | $144,005 | 11.3 yrs |
| CALIFORNIA | 25 | $116,191 | 9 yrs |
| FLORIDA | 25 | $116,882 | 8.8 yrs |
| TEXAS | 24 | $105,521 | 7.8 yrs |
| PENNSYLVANIA | 16 | $125,592 | 7.5 yrs |
| WASHINGTON | 15 | $114,511 | 9.9 yrs |
| ILLINOIS | 14 | $109,873 | 6.1 yrs |
| NEW YORK | 14 | $117,683 | 7.3 yrs |
| COLORADO | 12 | $136,713 | 8.6 yrs |
| GEORGIA | 11 | $128,464 | 8.1 yrs |
Workforce Dynamics
Monthly hiring and separation trends. Net change over 9 months: 0.
| Month | Accessions | Separations | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | +40 | -19 | +21 |
| Dec 2024 | +22 | -0 | +22 |
| Oct 2024 | +15 | -0 | +15 |
| Sep 2024 | +12 | -0 | +12 |
| Aug 2024 | +22 | -0 | +22 |
| Jul 2024 | +20 | -0 | +20 |
| Jun 2024 | +31 | -0 | +31 |
| May 2024 | +20 | -0 | +20 |
| Apr 2024 | +16 | -0 | +16 |
Hiring & Separation Reasons
Why employees join and leave PEACE CORPS
Accession Reasons
New Hire - Excepted Service Appointment
198
Separation Reasons
Quit
19
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people work at PEACE CORPS? ▾
PEACE CORPS employs 978 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 PEACE CORPS? ▾
The average salary at PEACE CORPS is $135,884 per year, which is 23.7% above the federal average of $109,869.
What is the average length of service at PEACE CORPS? ▾
The average length of service at PEACE CORPS is 9.2 years. The federal average is 11.8 years.
How many sub-agencies does PEACE CORPS have? ▾
PEACE CORPS has 1 sub-agencies or organizational units. The largest is PEACE CORPS with 978 employees.
In how many states does PEACE CORPS have employees? ▾
PEACE CORPS has employees in 12 states and territories. The largest concentration is in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA with 373 employees.
Is PEACE CORPS hiring or downsizing? ▾
Over the most recent 9 months of data, PEACE CORPS had 0 accessions and 0 separations, for a net change of 0 employees.
Where can I find salary data for occupations at PEACE CORPS? ▾
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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