Complete 2026 pay scale for O-3E (prior enlisted). Base pay by years of service, monthly and annual.
| Years of service | Monthly base pay | Annual base pay |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | $9,137.10 | $109,645.20 |
| 16 | $9,337.20 | $112,046.40 |
| 18 | $9,609.00 | $115,308.00 |
| 20 | $9,609.00 | $115,308.00 |
| 22 | $9,609.00 | $115,308.00 |
| 24 | $9,609.00 | $115,308.00 |
| 26 | $9,609.00 | $115,308.00 |
| 28 | $9,609.00 | $115,308.00 |
| 30 | $9,609.00 | $115,308.00 |
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.