Complete 2026 pay scale for Master Sergeant (E-8). Base pay by years of service, monthly and annual.
| Years of service | Monthly base pay | Annual base pay |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | $5,656.50 | $67,878.00 |
| 10 | $5,907.00 | $70,884.00 |
| 12 | $6,061.80 | $72,741.60 |
| 14 | $6,247.20 | $74,966.40 |
| 16 | $6,448.20 | $77,378.40 |
| 18 | $6,811.20 | $81,734.40 |
| 20 | $6,995.40 | $83,944.80 |
| 22 | $7,308.30 | $87,699.60 |
| 24 | $7,481.70 | $89,780.40 |
| 26 | $7,908.90 | $94,906.80 |
| 28 | $7,908.90 | $94,906.80 |
| 30 | $8,067.30 | $96,807.60 |
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.