Government & Public Service Salary Percentile
Calculator
Government & Public Service has a median salary of $63K, 24% above the national median of $51K. The calculator below lets you see how your salary ranks against other Government & Public Service workers using BLS OEWS May 2025 data.
Enter your gross annual salary (pre-tax). Hourly workers: multiply hourly rate by 2,080.
Government & Public Service salary percentiles — May 2025
| Percentile | Government & Public Service | National |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39K | $31K |
| 25th | $47K | $38K |
| 50th (median)median | $63K | $51K |
| 75th | $100K | $81K |
| 90th | $160K | $129K |
Field figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 field median. National figures from BLS national percentile data.
Key insight
The median salary in Government & Public Service is $63K. Half of all workers in this field earn less than this amount. Your field percentile measures where you stand relative to other Government & Public Service workers, while your national percentile compares you to all US workers regardless of field.
Government & Public Service salary — frequently asked questions
What is the median salary in Government & Public Service?
The median annual salary in Government & Public Service is approximately $63K based on May 2025 BLS data. This means half of all workers in this field earn below this amount and half earn above it. The national median across all fields is $51K, making Government & Public Service 24% above the national average.
What is a good salary in Government & Public Service?
A salary above $82K puts you in roughly the top quarter of earners in Government & Public Service. The top 10% in most fields starts around 2-2.5x the field median. The calculator above shows your exact percentile for any salary in this field.
How does Government & Public Service compare to other fields?
Government & Public Service's median of $63K is 24% above the national median of $51K across all fields. Salaries vary significantly by field based on education requirements, demand, and industry structure. Use the calculator to see both your field and national percentile.
Does location affect salary within this field?
Yes. State and metro-area cost of living and local demand both shift Government & Public Service salaries meaningfully. The calculator above lets you enter your state alongside your field for a more specific comparison.
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