Complete 2026 pay scale for O-1E (prior enlisted). Base pay by years of service, monthly and annual.
| Years of service | Monthly base pay | Annual base pay |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | $5,222.40 | $62,668.80 |
| 6 | $5,576.70 | $66,920.40 |
| 8 | $5,782.80 | $69,393.60 |
| 10 | $5,994.00 | $71,928.00 |
| 12 | $6,201.00 | $74,412.00 |
| 14 | $6,484.50 | $77,814.00 |
| 16 | $6,484.50 | $77,814.00 |
| 18 | $6,484.50 | $77,814.00 |
| 20 | $6,484.50 | $77,814.00 |
| 22 | $6,484.50 | $77,814.00 |
| 24 | $6,484.50 | $77,814.00 |
| 26 | $6,484.50 | $77,814.00 |
| 28 | $6,484.50 | $77,814.00 |
| 30 | $6,484.50 | $77,814.00 |
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.