GS-0668 Podiatrist — Federal Salary & Workforce Data (2026)
Federal Podiatrist (Doctor of Podiatric Medicine) — GS-0668. The verified average salary for GS-0668 Podiatrists is $210,160/year (OPM FedScope, 2026). Data from 892 non-redacted OPM records (April 2026).
Salary Source: OPM Federal Workforce Data (EHRI Snapshot, April 2026) • Records included: 892 • Redaction rate: 2.1%
GS-0668 Podiatrist — Pay at a Glance
Salary and workforce snapshot from OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026.
The GS-0668 Podiatrist series showed 892 non-redacted federal employees in the April 2026 OPM snapshot. The verified average salary is $210,160/year (OPM FedScope, 2026). Use our GS Pay Calculator for your exact salary by grade, step, and location.
Salary = base pay + locality pay; excludes benefits. REDACTED records (OPM data release policy) are excluded from averages. Pay plan: Title 38 (VA) / General Schedule (GS). View occupation salary detail on OPM FedScope →
GS-0668 Employment Overview
| Metric | Value | Source & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Series Salary | $210,160 | OPM EHRI Snapshot (April 2026). 892 non-redacted records. Base + locality pay; excludes benefits. |
| Non-redacted records (sample size) | 892 | OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026. REDACTED records excluded per OPM data release policy. |
| Redaction rate | 2.1% | OPM redacts salary records for privacy-sensitive positions (DoD, law enforcement, intelligence). FedTools suppresses series averages when redaction exceeds 20%. |
| Pay plan(s) | Title 38 (VA) / General Schedule (GS) | Primary pay plan(s) used for this occupational series in the federal government. |
| Typical grades | GS-13 to GS-15 (GS); Pod-I to Pod-IV (VA Title 38) | Most common grade range for this series. Actual assignment depends on the position description and agency. |
| Locality pay | 17.06% – 46.34% | Varies by duty station across 58 OPM pay areas. Rate x base pay = locality supplement. Included in the average salary above. |
| Pay cap (2026) | $197,200 | Executive Schedule Level IV. Applies to GS employees whose locality-adjusted salary would exceed this amount. Title 38 and special pay plans may exceed this cap. |
Top Agencies Employing GS-0668 Podiatrists
Based on OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot (April 2026). Actual grade, step, and locality assignment varies by position and location.
- →Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
- →Indian Health Service (IHS / HHS)
- →Department of Defense (DoD)
Key Duties — GS-0668 Podiatrist
Representative duties for the 0668 occupational series based on OPM classification standards. Specific responsibilities vary by position and agency.
- →Comprehensive foot and ankle evaluation and treatment
- →Surgical treatment of foot and ankle disorders (DPM)
- →Diabetic foot care and wound management for veterans (VA)
- →Limb salvage programs for veterans with vascular disease or diabetes
- →Lower extremity prosthetics and orthotics evaluation
About the GS-0668 Podiatrist Series
Federal podiatrists (DPM degree required) provide foot and ankle care to veterans, American Indians, and military personnel — populations with high rates of diabetes-related foot conditions and combat-related lower extremity injuries. VA is the dominant employer, operating one of the largest podiatric surgery programs in the U.S. The $210,160 average — just below Medical Officer (0602) and Administrative Law Judge (0935) — reflects the Title 38 pay authority at VA, which allows DPMs to be compensated above the GS-15 cap to compete with private podiatric practice. The 2.1% redaction provides a precise estimate.
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GS-0668 Podiatrist — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a GS-0668 Podiatrist?
The verified average salary for the GS-0668 Podiatrist series is $210,160 as of 2026, based on OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot data (892 non-redacted records; 2.1% redaction rate). Use our GS Pay Calculator to find your exact pay by grade, step, and duty station.
What GS grades apply to the 0668 series?
The GS-0668 Podiatrist series typically spans GS-13 to GS-15 (GS); Pod-I to Pod-IV (VA Title 38). Actual grade assignment depends on the position description, agency, and your qualifications. Use our GS Pay Calculator to look up the exact salary for any grade, step, and locality.
Which agencies employ GS-0668 Podiatrists?
The largest federal employers of GS-0668 Podiatrists include: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Indian Health Service (IHS / HHS), Department of Defense (DoD). These figures are based on the OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot (April 2026).
How is federal pay determined for GS-0668 positions?
Federal civilian pay for GS positions = Base Pay (by grade and step) × (1 + Locality Rate). The GS table has 15 grades (GS-1 through GS-15) and 10 steps per grade. Locality adjustments range from 17.06% (Rest of U.S.) to 46.34% in San Jose–San Francisco. Note: Some Podiatrist positions (especially at VA) use Title 38 or special pay plans that allow above-GS-cap compensation. Use our GS Pay Calculator for an instant result.
Do GS-0668 federal employees receive FERS retirement benefits?
Yes, most GS-0668 positions qualify for the full federal benefits package: FERS pension (1–1.1% × High-3 Salary × Years of Service), TSP with up to 5% agency match, FEHB health insurance (government pays ~70% of premium), FEGLI life insurance, and FEDVIP dental/vision. Use our FERS Retirement Calculator to estimate your retirement income.
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Data Accuracy Notice (YMYL): Salary figures are from the OPM Federal Workforce Data portal (EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026). The annualized_adjusted_basic_pay field captures base pay + locality pay under all pay plans (GS, Title 38, special rates). REDACTED records are excluded per OPM data release policy. FedTools publishes series-specific averages only when the non-redacted sample is representative (redaction ≤ 20%, n ≥ 50). This page does not constitute financial or career advice. Always verify current pay rates with your agency HR office and OPM.gov.