How much does O1 make with 12 years?

$5,222.40 per month in base pay ($62,668.80 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 Second Lieutenant (O-1) make with 12 years of service?

$5,222.40/mo

O1 base pay, 12 years of service, 2026 ($62,668.80/yr)

A Second Lieutenant (O-1) with 12 years of service earns $5,222.40/month in base pay in 2026 ($62,668.80/year before allowances and taxes).

2026 O1 pay by years of service

Years	Monthly base pay
0	$4,150.20
2	$4,320.00
3	$5,222.40
4	$5,222.40
6	$5,222.40
8	$5,222.40
10	$5,222.40
12	$5,222.40 ←
14	$5,222.40
16	$5,222.40
18	$5,222.40
20	$5,222.40
22	$5,222.40
24	$5,222.40
26	$5,222.40
28	$5,222.40
30	$5,222.40

Plus allowances

On top of base pay: BAS (food) is $328.48/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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