Quick answer: The official 2026 military basic-pay tables took effect January 1, 2026. Monthly basic pay is determined by pay grade and cumulative creditable years of service. The charts below reproduce key DFAS milestones for enlisted members, warrant officers, and commissioned officers.
Authoritative source: DFAS 2026 Military Pay Tables. Use the DFAS tables and their notes for every intermediate longevity column, statutory cap, and unusual status.
2026 Enlisted Military Pay Table
Monthly basic pay in U.S. dollars. “—” means that grade is not shown for that service milestone in the official table.
| Grade | 2 or less | Over 2 | Over 4 | Over 6 | Over 8 | Over 10 | Over 14 | Over 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $2,407.20 | $2,407.20 | $2,407.20 | $2,407.20 | $2,407.20 | $2,407.20 | $2,407.20 | $2,407.20 |
| E-2 | $2,697.90 | $2,697.90 | $2,697.90 | $2,697.90 | $2,697.90 | $2,697.90 | $2,697.90 | $2,697.90 |
| E-3 | $2,836.80 | $3,015.00 | $3,198.00 | $3,198.00 | $3,198.00 | $3,198.00 | $3,198.00 | $3,198.00 |
| E-4 | $3,142.20 | $3,303.00 | $3,658.50 | $3,815.40 | $3,815.40 | $3,815.40 | $3,815.40 | $3,815.40 |
| E-5 | $3,342.90 | $3,598.20 | $3,946.80 | $4,110.00 | $4,299.90 | $4,395.30 | $4,421.70 | $4,421.70 |
| E-6 | $3,401.10 | $3,743.10 | $4,068.90 | $4,235.70 | $4,612.80 | $4,759.50 | $5,130.30 | $5,267.70 |
| E-7 | $3,932.10 | $4,291.50 | $4,673.10 | $4,843.80 | $5,135.70 | $5,300.40 | $5,835.00 | $6,245.70 |
| E-8 | — | — | — | — | $5,656.50 | $5,907.00 | $6,247.20 | $6,995.40 |
| E-9 | — | — | — | — | — | $6,910.20 | $7,263.60 | $8,105.10 |
E-1 note: The table above shows the rate for four months or more of active duty. DFAS lists $2,225.70 for an E-1 with less than four months. Senior enlisted special rates and later longevity columns appear in the official enlisted table.
2026 Warrant Officer Pay Table
| Grade | 2 or less | Over 2 | Over 4 | Over 6 | Over 8 | Over 10 | Over 14 | Over 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W-1 | $4,056.60 | $4,493.70 | $4,859.10 | $5,152.20 | $5,584.20 | $5,786.10 | $6,346.50 | $7,010.10 |
| W-2 | $4,621.80 | $5,058.90 | $5,286.00 | $5,585.40 | $6,051.00 | $6,282.60 | $6,787.50 | $7,437.00 |
| W-3 | $5,223.30 | $5,440.50 | $5,736.90 | $5,970.90 | $6,431.10 | $6,910.50 | $7,397.70 | $8,476.50 |
| W-4 | $5,719.80 | $6,152.10 | $6,502.20 | $6,801.90 | $7,098.00 | $7,398.00 | $8,243.70 | $9,228.90 |
| W-5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $10,169.70 |
See the official DFAS warrant-officer table for the over-3, over-12, over-16, over-18, and later columns.
2026 Commissioned Officer Pay Table
| Grade | 2 or less | Over 2 | Over 4 | Over 6 | Over 8 | Over 10 | Over 14 | Over 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O-1 | $4,150.20 | $4,320.00 | $5,222.40 | $5,222.40 | $5,222.40 | $5,222.40 | $5,222.40 | $5,222.40 |
| O-2 | $4,782.00 | $5,446.20 | $6,484.50 | $6,617.70 | $6,617.70 | $6,617.70 | $6,617.70 | $6,617.70 |
| O-3 | $5,534.10 | $6,273.90 | $7,382.70 | $7,737.00 | $8,125.50 | $8,375.70 | $9,004.20 | $9,004.20 |
| O-4 | $6,294.60 | $7,286.40 | $7,881.00 | $8,332.20 | $8,816.40 | $9,420.00 | $10,214.40 | $10,509.90 |
| O-5 | $7,295.40 | $8,218.20 | $8,894.10 | $9,249.60 | $9,461.40 | $9,928.50 | $10,715.10 | $12,032.70 |
| O-6 | $8,751.30 | $9,613.80 | $10,245.00 | $10,284.30 | $10,725.00 | $10,783.50 | $11,396.40 | $13,751.10 |
| O-7 | $11,540.10 | $12,076.20 | $12,522.00 | $12,878.70 | $13,231.80 | $13,639.20 | $14,454.30 | $16,817.70 |
| O-8 | $13,888.50 | $14,343.90 | $14,729.40 | $15,106.50 | $15,735.30 | $15,882.00 | $16,651.80 | $18,598.20 |
| O-9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $18,999.90 |
| O-10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $18,999.90 |
The official table includes intermediate milestones and statutory pay caps. Use the DFAS commissioned-officer table for the controlling figure and notes.
2026 Prior-Enlisted Officer Rates
O-1E, O-2E, and O-3E rates apply only when the officer meets the qualifying prior enlisted or warrant-service rules. They are not automatic for every officer with earlier service.
| Grade | Over 4 | Over 6 | Over 8 | Over 10 | Over 14 | Over 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O-1E | $5,222.40 | $5,576.70 | $5,783.10 | $5,993.70 | $6,484.50 | $6,484.50 |
| O-2E | $6,484.50 | $6,617.70 | $6,828.00 | $7,183.80 | $7,663.50 | $7,663.50 |
| O-3E | $7,382.70 | $7,737.00 | $8,125.50 | $8,375.70 | $9,137.10 | $9,609.60 |
Confirm eligibility and every service milestone in the DFAS prior-service officer table.
How to Use the 2026 Pay Charts
- Identify the pay grade: E, W, or O.
- Confirm cumulative creditable service from the personnel/pay record.
- Select the correct service column. “Over 6” means the six-year threshold has been crossed.
- Use a separate O-1E/O-2E/O-3E table only when eligible.
- Multiply monthly basic pay by 12 for an annualized comparison.
- Add BAH, OHA, BAS, and special pays separately; they are not basic pay.
Our basic-pay calculation guide explains promotions, longevity increases, allowances, and Reserve/Guard drill pay.
Basic Pay Is Not Take-Home Pay
Basic pay is generally taxable and appears separately on the LES. Actual take-home pay depends on federal and state withholding, TSP contributions, SGLI, debts, allotments, meal deductions, and other entries. BAH, OHA, and BAS generally receive different federal tax treatment.
For 2026, standard BAS is $476.95 enlisted and $328.48 officer. Read the 2026 BAS guide, BAH versus BAS guide, and official OHA calculator guide.
Reserve and Guard Pay
DFAS publishes separate 2026 drill-pay tables for enlisted, warrant, commissioned, and qualifying prior-service officers. A drill period is generally one-thirtieth of the applicable monthly basic-pay rate. Use the official drill-pay links for exact amounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these monthly or annual amounts?
They are monthly active-duty basic-pay amounts. Multiply by 12 for an annualized figure before taxes, allowances, and deductions.
Does branch change the pay table?
No. The same pay grade and creditable-service amount applies across the uniformed services. Rank titles differ, but pay grades standardize the table.
Does duty station change basic pay?
No. Duty location can change BAH, OHA, COLA, and other allowances, but not the basic-pay table amount.
Where are the missing intermediate years?
The condensed charts above show the most useful comparison milestones. The linked DFAS tables contain every official column, including over 3, 12, 16, 18, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, and 40 years where applicable.
Fact-checked July 2026 against the official DFAS tables effective January 1, 2026. Where this condensed page and an official DFAS table differ, use DFAS and contact the servicing finance office.
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