Complete 2026 pay scale for Captain (O-3). Base pay by years of service, monthly and annual.
| Years of service | Monthly base pay | Annual base pay |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | $5,534.10 | $66,409.20 |
| 2 | $6,273.90 | $75,286.80 |
| 3 | $6,770.40 | $81,244.80 |
| 4 | $7,382.70 | $88,592.40 |
| 6 | $7,737.00 | $92,844.00 |
| 8 | $8,125.50 | $97,506.00 |
| 10 | $8,375.70 | $100,508.40 |
| 12 | $8,788.20 | $105,458.40 |
| 14 | $9,004.20 | $108,050.40 |
| 16 | $9,004.20 | $108,050.40 |
| 18 | $9,004.20 | $108,050.40 |
| 20 | $9,004.20 | $108,050.40 |
| 22 | $9,004.20 | $108,050.40 |
| 24 | $9,004.20 | $108,050.40 |
| 26 | $9,004.20 | $108,050.40 |
| 28 | $9,004.20 | $108,050.40 |
| 30 | $9,004.20 | $108,050.40 |
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.