GS-4406 Letterpress Operating — Federal Salary & Workforce Data (2026)
Federal Letterpress Operator — WG-4406. The verified average salary for GS-4406 Letterpress Operatings is $137,615/year (OPM FedScope, 2026). Data from 182 non-redacted OPM records (April 2026).
Salary Source: OPM Federal Workforce Data (EHRI Snapshot, April 2026) • Records included: 182 • Redaction rate: 0.0%
GS-4406 Letterpress Operating — Pay at a Glance
Salary and workforce snapshot from OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026.
The GS-4406 Letterpress Operating series showed 182 non-redacted federal employees in the April 2026 OPM snapshot. The verified average salary is $137,615/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: Federal Wage System (WG). View occupation salary detail on OPM FedScope →
GS-4406 Employment Overview
| Metric | Value | Source & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Series Salary | $137,615 | OPM EHRI Snapshot (April 2026). 182 non-redacted records. Base + locality pay; excludes benefits. |
| Non-redacted records (sample size) | 182 | OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot, April 2026. REDACTED records excluded per OPM data release policy. |
| Redaction rate | 0.0% | OPM redacts salary records for privacy-sensitive positions (DoD, law enforcement, intelligence). FedTools suppresses series averages when redaction exceeds 20%. |
| Pay plan(s) | Federal Wage System (WG) | Primary pay plan(s) used for this occupational series in the federal government. |
| Typical grades | WG-9 to WG-13 | 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-4406 Letterpress Operatings
Based on OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot (April 2026). Actual grade, step, and locality assignment varies by position and location.
- →Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP / Treasury)
- →Government Publishing Office (GPO)
Key Duties — GS-4406 Letterpress Operating
Representative duties for the 4406 occupational series based on OPM classification standards. Specific responsibilities vary by position and agency.
- →Operation of intaglio and letterpress printing presses for currency and securities
- →Ink preparation, plate mounting, and press registration
- →Quality inspection of printed currency sheets and government securities
- →Preventive maintenance and minor repair of printing equipment
- →Set-up and changeover of printing plates and ink systems
About the GS-4406 Letterpress Operating Series
Federal Letterpress Operators are highly specialized trade workers who print U.S. currency, postage stamps, and other government securities at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP). The 0.0% redaction rate means all 182 records are fully public. The $137,615 average — significantly above the government-wide mean (1.19x) — reflects the premium paid for this specialized intaglio printing expertise: the BEP printing process for currency uses techniques not found in commercial printing, requiring apprenticeship-level training and security clearances. This is among the highest-paying WG series in the federal government.
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GS-4406 Letterpress Operating — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a GS-4406 Letterpress Operating?
The verified average salary for the GS-4406 Letterpress Operating series is $137,615 as of 2026, based on OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot data (182 non-redacted records; 0.0% redaction rate). Use our GS Pay Calculator to find your exact pay by grade, step, and duty station.
What GS grades apply to the 4406 series?
The GS-4406 Letterpress Operating series typically spans WG-9 to WG-13. 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-4406 Letterpress Operatings?
The largest federal employers of GS-4406 Letterpress Operatings include: Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP / Treasury), Government Publishing Office (GPO). These figures are based on the OPM EHRI Employment Snapshot (April 2026).
How is federal pay determined for GS-4406 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. Use our GS Pay Calculator for an instant result.
Do GS-4406 federal employees receive FERS retirement benefits?
Yes, most GS-4406 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.