How much does O8 make with 28 years?

$18,999.90 per month in base pay ($227,998.80 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 Major General (O-8) make with 28 years of service?

$18,999.90/mo

O8 base pay, 28 years of service, 2026 ($227,998.80/yr)

A Major General (O-8) with 28 years of service earns $18,999.90/month in base pay in 2026 ($227,998.80/year before allowances and taxes).

2026 O8 pay by years of service

Years	Monthly base pay
0	$13,888.50
2	$14,343.90
3	$14,645.40
4	$14,729.40
6	$15,106.50
8	$15,735.30
10	$15,882.00
12	$16,479.60
14	$16,651.80
16	$17,166.60
18	$17,911.80
20	$18,598.20
22	$18,999.90
24	$18,999.90
26	$18,999.90
28	$18,999.90 ←
30	$18,999.90

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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