1. What is the Texas Government Salary Calculator?

This calculator helps Texas government employees estimate their salary based on the General Schedule (GS) pay scale, including locality adjustments for Texas areas like Dallas (26.91%), and accounting for allowances and deductions.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses these formulas:

Where:

• Base Pay — From the GS pay table based on grade and step
• Locality Percentage — Geographic adjustment (26.91% for Dallas-Fort Worth area)
• Allowances — Additional compensation like housing or transportation
• Deductions — Taxes, insurance, retirement contributions, etc.

3. Understanding Texas Government Pay Structure

Details: Texas government salaries follow the federal General Schedule system with locality adjustments. The Seventh Pay Commission recommendations are implemented with Texas-specific modifications.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• Find your base pay from the GS pay tables
• Use 26.91% for Dallas-Fort Worth locality pay
• Include all regular allowances and deductions
• For exact figures, consult your HR department

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Where can I find my GS base pay?
A: Base pay can be found in the official GS pay tables published by OPM, based on your grade and step.

Q2: What's the locality percentage for my area?
A: Dallas-Fort Worth is 26.91%. Other Texas areas may have different rates - check OPM's locality pay tables.

Q3: What allowances should I include?
A: Common allowances include housing (LQA), cost of living (COLA), and transportation, but exclude one-time payments.

Q4: What deductions are typical?
A: Standard deductions include federal/state taxes, FICA, retirement contributions, and health insurance premiums.

Q5: How often are GS pay scales updated?
A: GS pay scales are typically adjusted annually, with changes effective each January.