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TSA Salary 2026: How Much Do Transportation Security Officers Really Earn

"Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) earn a base starting salary determined by the federal General Schedule (GS) or the newer TSA Compensation Plan, with national averages typically ranging from $40,000 to over $65,000 annually. Actual take-home pay depends heavily on locality pay adjustments, mandatory overtime, shift differentials for nights and Sundays, and federal benefits packages. Understanding the Transportation Security Administration Pay Structure The compensation framework for Transportation Security Officers has evolved significantly. Historically bound strictly to the traditional GS scale, TSOs now operate under a modernized co..."

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