Official 2026 DFAS Data

Military Pay by Rank

What each rank actually earns in 2026 — the full basic pay progression by years of service, plus the housing and food allowances a base-pay chart leaves out.

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E-5

Sergeant (Army) · Staff Sergeant (Air Force) · Petty Officer Second Class (Navy)

Basic pay $3,343–$4,422/month

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