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Special Rate Tables Lookup

Shows special rate for grade/step, regular GS rate, difference $ and %.

Special rate table

Find your table number in your offer letter or SF-50; each table covers a specific occupation and/or geographic area.Grade

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Compare against locality area

Special rate: Table 0001, GS-5-1

$54,180

Effective Jan 1, 2026 · regular GS-5-1 at Rest of U.S. would be $40,736

Special rate (annual): $54,180
Regular GS rate: $40,736
Difference: +$13,444
Difference %: 33%
Effective date: Jan 1, 2026
Above EX-IV cap?: No

Special rates replace the regular base schedule for covered occupations and locations. Whether locality pay is added on top depends on the table's coverage — check the table's coverage note on OPM's special rates pages.

Show the math

Special rate: Table 0001, GS-5-1 = $54,180 · Source
Regular GS rate: Base $34,799 × (1 + locality) = $40,736
Difference: $54,180 − $40,736 = +$13,444 (33%)