The “high 3” average salary is the foundation of your FERS pension calculation. It refers to your highest-paid consecutive 36 months of federal service. Many federal employees don’t realize how critical these years are in shaping their retirement income. This blog explains the high three retirement formula in clear terms, shows how it’s calculated, and offers guidance on how to make t... https://www.federalpensionadvisors.com/post/high-three-retirement