Pay Calculator
Estimate your total military pay for 2026 — base pay by grade and years of service, plus BAH, BAS, and common special and deployment pays. Enter your grade, time in service, and duty-station ZIP to see your monthly and annual take-home breakdown.
Frequently asked questions
How is military base pay calculated?
Base pay is set by your pay grade and years of service on the annual military pay table. It rises with promotions and at fixed longevity steps (2, 3, 4, 6, 8… years). BAH, BAS, and special pays are added on top.
Is BAH taxable?
No. BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing) and BAS (Basic Allowance for Subsistence) are tax-free allowances, which makes them worth more than the same amount of taxable base pay.