Complete 2026 pay scale for Colonel (O-6). Base pay by years of service, monthly and annual.
| Years of service | Monthly base pay | Annual base pay |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | $8,751.30 | $105,015.60 |
| 2 | $9,613.80 | $115,365.60 |
| 3 | $10,245.00 | $122,940.00 |
| 4 | $10,245.00 | $122,940.00 |
| 6 | $10,284.30 | $123,411.60 |
| 8 | $10,725.00 | $128,700.00 |
| 10 | $10,783.50 | $129,402.00 |
| 12 | $10,783.50 | $129,402.00 |
| 14 | $11,396.40 | $136,756.80 |
| 16 | $12,479.70 | $149,756.40 |
| 18 | $13,115.40 | $157,384.80 |
| 20 | $13,751.10 | $165,013.20 |
| 22 | $14,112.90 | $169,354.80 |
| 24 | $14,479.20 | $173,750.40 |
| 26 | $15,188.70 | $182,264.40 |
| 28 | $15,188.70 | $182,264.40 |
| 30 | $15,492.90 | $185,914.80 |
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.