How much does E2 make with 18 years?

$2,697.90 per month in base pay ($32,374.80 per year) in 2026.

Does this include BAH and BAS?

No. Base pay only. BAH depends on location and dependents; BAS is a flat monthly food allowance.

How much does Private First Class (E-2) make with 18 years of service?

$2,697.90/mo

E2 base pay, 18 years of service, 2026 ($32,374.80/yr)

A Private First Class (E-2) with 18 years of service earns $2,697.90/month in base pay in 2026 ($32,374.80/year before allowances and taxes).

2026 E2 pay by years of service

Years	Monthly base pay
0	$2,697.90
2	$2,697.90
3	$2,697.90
4	$2,697.90
6	$2,697.90
8	$2,697.90
10	$2,697.90
12	$2,697.90
14	$2,697.90
16	$2,697.90
18	$2,697.90 ←
20	$2,697.90
22	$2,697.90
24	$2,697.90
26	$2,697.90
28	$2,697.90
30	$2,697.90

Plus allowances

On top of base pay: BAS (food) is $476.95/month, and BAH (housing) depends on duty station and dependents. Use the app to add BAH for your ZIP.

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Data: 2026 military pay tables (DoD), BAH rates, and VA compensation schedules as bundled in the VetPaycheck app. Last updated 2026-10-11. Figures are monthly gross before taxes. For planning only; verify with DFAS/VA.

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