Bureau of Industry and Security employee pay and staffing
This page shows how many people were reported under Bureau of Industry and Security in the latest OPM workforce summary, what the average pay looks like, and which occupations make up the largest share of the agency.
What this page helps you check
Use this page when you want a quick feel for the size of Bureau of Industry and Security, where its workforce is concentrated, and which occupations account for the largest share of employees.
Parent organization
This agency sits under the Department of Commerce.
Largest occupations in Bureau of Industry and Security
These occupation series account for the biggest share of employees reported under Bureau of Industry and Security.
| Occupation | Employees | Average pay | Share of agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Investigation | 136 | $143,578 | 26.7% |
| General Business and Industry | 103 | $156,215 | 20.2% |
| "General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, and Compliance Series" | 82 | $144,969 | 16.1% |
| Miscellaneous Administration and Program | 31 | $161,253 | 6.1% |
| Management and Program Analysis | 12 | $163,861 | 2.4% |
Where Bureau of Industry and Security employees are based
This list shows the biggest duty-station states reported for Bureau of Industry and Security in the latest OPM summary.
| State | Employees | Average pay |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 357 | $152,671 |
| Virginia | 27 | $145,346 |
| California | 24 | $148,749 |
| Texas | 18 | $137,966 |
| New York | 15 | $142,998 |
| Arizona | 12 | $126,537 |
| Massachusetts | 11 | $141,306 |
Agency totals and duty-location summaries come from the latest OPM FedScope Employment Summary Data (March 2025).