How much does O1E make with 16 years?

$6,484.50 per month in base pay ($77,814.00 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 O-1E (prior enlisted) make with 16 years of service?

$6,484.50/mo

O1E base pay, 16 years of service, 2026 ($77,814.00/yr)

A O-1E (prior enlisted) with 16 years of service earns $6,484.50/month in base pay in 2026 ($77,814.00/year before allowances and taxes).

2026 O1E pay by years of service

Years	Monthly base pay
4	$5,222.40
6	$5,576.70
8	$5,782.80
10	$5,994.00
12	$6,201.00
14	$6,484.50
16	$6,484.50 ←
18	$6,484.50
20	$6,484.50
22	$6,484.50
24	$6,484.50
26	$6,484.50
28	$6,484.50
30	$6,484.50

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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