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FERS Supplement Earnings Limit: How It Works and Why It Matters

The FERS Supplement can be a valuable income bridge before age 62, but many retirees are caught off guard by one critical rule:

The earnings limit.

If you plan to work after retiring, this rule can significantly reduce or even eliminate your supplement.

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What Is the FERS Supplement Earnings Limit?

The FERS Supplement is subject to the same earnings test used by Social Security.

If your earned income exceeds a certain annual threshold, your supplement is reduced.

For every dollar you earn above the limit, your supplement is reduced by:

$1 for every $2 earned over the limit

This can quickly reduce your benefit if you continue working.

Excess income = $10,000

Reduction:
$10,000 ÷ 2 = $5,000 reduction annually

This reduces your monthly supplement accordingly.

Only earned income counts, such as:

The following do NOT count:

Many retirees plan to:

But if earnings exceed the limit, the supplement may be reduced or eliminated.

Example:

If earnings are too high during those years, the supplement may provide little value.

Before retiring, compare:

This article is for educational purposes only. Always verify current earnings limits and rules with official sources.