How much does O2 make with 8 years?

$6,617.70 per month in base pay ($79,412.40 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 First Lieutenant (O-2) make with 8 years of service?

$6,617.70/mo

O2 base pay, 8 years of service, 2026 ($79,412.40/yr)

A First Lieutenant (O-2) with 8 years of service earns $6,617.70/month in base pay in 2026 ($79,412.40/year before allowances and taxes).

2026 O2 pay by years of service

Years	Monthly base pay
0	$4,782.00
2	$5,446.20
3	$6,272.40
4	$6,484.50
6	$6,617.70
8	$6,617.70 ←
10	$6,617.70
12	$6,617.70
14	$6,617.70
16	$6,617.70
18	$6,617.70
20	$6,617.70
22	$6,617.70
24	$6,617.70
26	$6,617.70
28	$6,617.70
30	$6,617.70

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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