A 2% federal pay increase for civilian employees takes effect in January 2025, following President Biden's executive order that confirmed the pay raise. This update combines a 1.7% base pay hike and a 0.3% locality adjustment, consistent with the fiscal 2025 budget. Additionally, military personnel will receive a 4.5% raise, incorporated into the National Defense Authorization Act. https://www.federalpensionadvisors.com/post/2025-gs-pay-scale-increase