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Master - Federal Salaries of 2022
Pay Rates for "Master"
How much does a Master in the federal government get paid? $108,323.75* *Based on the 2022 average.Master was the 529th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2022, with 4 employed. The most common payscale was the maritime pay schedules--5 u.s.c. 5348 payscale.
In 2022, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service hired the most employees titled Master, with an average salary of $89,982.
Agencies that have hired a Master
| Agency | Employees Hired | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service | 2 | $89,981.50 |
| Geological Survey | 1 | $112,897.00 |
| Maritime Administration | 1 | $140,435.00 |
Master Pay Distribution
The average pay for a Master is $108,323.75. The highest paid Master made $140,435 in 2022.
Common Master Payscales
| Payscale | Number of Master Employees |
|---|---|
| WM - Maritime Pay Schedules--5 U.s.c. 5348 | 2 |
| WB - Wage Positions Under The Federal Wage System Not Otherwise Designated | 2 |
Average Master Pay Trend from 2004 to 2022
In 2004, the average pay for a Master was $73,630. Since then, the average pay has increased to $108,324 in 2022.
Data Sources
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Enterprise Human Resources Integration (EHRI) dataset. Postal Service data is managed exclusively by the USPS . All information is displayed unmodified and as provided by the source agency.
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The series code of this occupation is 9902.