What is the salary for RESEARCH ECONOMIST 3?

In FY2026, RESEARCH ECONOMIST 3 earns between $88,530 and $130,339 per year. Salary range code: P28.

What education is required for RESEARCH ECONOMIST 3?

RESEARCH ECONOMIST 3 requires a master's degree.

Which union represents RESEARCH ECONOMIST 3?

RESEARCH ECONOMIST 3 is represented by CWA (ERG prefix P).

RESEARCH ECONOMIST 3

Code: 54005 Common Competitive Range: P28 (FY2026)

Career Family: RESEARCH ECONOMIST

Salary: $88,529.64 - $130,338.5/year FY2026 schedule (last updated 2026-05-08)

Definition

Under the direction of a Research Economist 4 or other supervisory official in a state department or agency, plans, organizes and directs assigned research activities of a complex and technical nature; designs and conducts complex and/or sensitive economic research studies requiring comprehensive economic analysis, forecasting, and econometric modeling; utilizes advanced economic and statistical principles, practices, and techniques to identify trends, analyze data, and develop forecasts; formul...

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