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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 to estimate retirement benefits for civil service employees.
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 to determine the annual pension benefit.
Details: Accurate pension calculation helps federal employees plan for retirement, understand their expected benefits, and make informed decisions about retirement timing and financial planning.
Tips: Enter years of service (including partial years as decimals) and the 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 last 3 years of service.
Q2: Does this formula apply to all federal employees?
A: This is the basic formula for most federal employees under the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) and Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).
Q3: Are there different multipliers for different retirement systems?
A: Yes, FERS employees typically use 1% per year of service, while CSRS employees may use 1.5% or 1.75% depending on years of service.
Q4: What about early retirement reductions?
A: Early retirement may result in reduced benefits. This calculator provides the basic annuity calculation without early retirement adjustments.
Q5: How accurate is this calculation for actual retirement planning?
A: This provides a basic estimate. Actual benefits may vary based on specific retirement system, special provisions, and other factors. Consult with HR for precise calculations.