Records analyzed
1 sub-agencies
Cross-joined with state geography and occupational mix
2026 data Public-data reference. official source
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD
Open-data reference.
Federal workforce data for SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD. This agency represents 0.0% of the total federal civilian workforce. Source: OPM FedScope, March 2025.
What the Numbers Say About SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD employs 126 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 up by 4.1%, a signal that hiring authorities and attrition at this agency are adding net positions during the current reporting window.
On compensation, the average salary of $170,055 sits 54.8% above the federal civilian average of $109,869. Average length of service at SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD is 16.2 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: SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD has employees in 1 states and territories, with the largest concentration in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (120 employees at $171,288 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 SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD is expanding, contracting, or simply replacing departures. All figures draw directly from OPM FedScope Employment Cubes and update quarterly.
Workforce Overview
Employees
126
+4.1% from prior period
Average Salary
$170,055
+2.4%
Avg Length of Service
16.2 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
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD pay vs. federal civilian average
Agency average $170,055 relative to federal average $109,869
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD workforce by GS grade tier
Estimated distribution of 126 employees across the General Schedule pay grades. Tier weights are modeled from the agency's average salary of $170,055, average length of service of 16.2 years, and sub-agency salary brackets. Color encodes pay-band tier (entry / mid / senior / executive).
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD — estimated GS-grade workforce mix. Source: OPM FedScope March 2025; pay tiers modeled from agency averages.
Salary Analysis
How SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD pay compares to the federal average of $109,869
Agency Average
$170,055
Federal Average
$109,869
vs. Federal Avg
+54.8%
Salary Range by Sub-agency
Under $80K
0
$80K–$100K
0
$100K–$120K
0
$120K–$150K
0
Over $150K
126
Sub-agencies & Organizational Units
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD has 1 sub-agencies. The highest-paying unit averages $170,055.
| Sub-agency | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD | 126 | $170,055 | 16.2 yrs |
Geographic Presence
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD has employees in 1 states and territories. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA has the most with 120 employees.
| State | Employees | Avg Salary | Avg LOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA | 120 | $171,288 | 16.7 yrs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people work at SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD? ▾
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD employs 126 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 SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD? ▾
The average salary at SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD is $170,055 per year, which is 54.8% above the federal average of $109,869.
What is the average length of service at SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD? ▾
The average length of service at SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD is 16.2 years. The federal average is 11.8 years.
How many sub-agencies does SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD have? ▾
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD has 1 sub-agencies or organizational units. The largest is SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD with 126 employees.
In how many states does SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD have employees? ▾
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD has employees in 1 states and territories. The largest concentration is in DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA with 120 employees.
Is SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD hiring or downsizing? ▾
Workforce dynamics data is not currently available for SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD.
Where can I find salary data for occupations at SURFACE TRANSPORTATION 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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