Complete 2026 pay scale for Sergeant First Class (E-7). Base pay by years of service, monthly and annual.
| Years of service | Monthly base pay | Annual base pay |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | $3,932.10 | $47,185.20 |
| 2 | $4,291.50 | $51,498.00 |
| 3 | $4,456.20 | $53,474.40 |
| 4 | $4,673.10 | $56,077.20 |
| 6 | $4,843.80 | $58,125.60 |
| 8 | $5,135.70 | $61,628.40 |
| 10 | $5,300.40 | $63,604.80 |
| 12 | $5,591.70 | $67,100.40 |
| 14 | $5,835.00 | $70,020.00 |
| 16 | $6,000.90 | $72,010.80 |
| 18 | $6,177.30 | $74,127.60 |
| 20 | $6,245.70 | $74,948.40 |
| 22 | $6,475.20 | $77,702.40 |
| 24 | $6,598.20 | $79,178.40 |
| 26 | $7,067.40 | $84,808.80 |
| 28 | $7,067.40 | $84,808.80 |
| 30 | $7,067.40 | $84,808.80 |
These are base pay figures only. Add BAS (food allowance) and BAH (housing allowance by location) for total compensation.
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.