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The Federal Government Pension calculation determines the annual annuity for federal employees based on their years of service and highest three-year average salary. This formula is used by various federal retirement systems including FERS (Federal Employees Retirement System).
The calculator uses the federal government pension formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates 1% of the high-3 average salary multiplied by years of service. For employees with 20+ years of service, the multiplier may increase to 1.1% for years over 20.
Details: Accurate pension calculation is essential for retirement planning, financial security assessment, and making informed decisions about retirement timing and post-retirement income.
Tips: Enter years of service (including partial years as decimals) and high-3 average salary in USD. Both values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What is the "High-3 Average Salary"?
A: The high-3 average salary is the average of your highest 3 consecutive years of basic pay, typically your final 3 years of federal service.
Q2: Are there different multipliers for different service lengths?
A: Yes, for employees with 20+ years of service, the multiplier is 1% for the first 20 years and 1.1% for each year beyond 20.
Q3: Does this calculation include other retirement benefits?
A: No, this calculates only the basic annuity. Federal employees may also receive Social Security benefits and Thrift Savings Plan distributions.
Q4: What is the minimum service requirement?
A: Typically 5 years of civilian service for immediate retirement, though requirements vary by retirement system and age.
Q5: How does age affect the pension calculation?
A: Age determines eligibility for retirement but doesn't directly affect the annuity calculation formula, except for early retirement reductions.