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Pay Calculator

Monthly pay components with a clear taxable vs non-taxable breakdown.

2026 base pay, BAS, and BAH data last verified on July 15, 2026.

New to a term? Hover or tap any for a plain-English explanation.

Data: Base Pay + BAS + BAH (Live)

Inputs (Start Here!)

Set your year, grade, and time in service.

Estimate your take-home (optional)

% of base
2026 annual limit$2,490.12 / $24,500.00
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Results

Monthly totals with a clearer take-home picture.

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Select your rank to see your pay.

Choose a service branch and rank in the inputs above and your monthly and annual totals will appear here.

Understanding Your Military Pay (LES) ▾New here? Start with this

The Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) is the military version of a pay stub. It shows your pay, allowances, taxes, and deductions each month. New to military pay? See Terms Explained.

Base Pay

Your primary salary based on rank and years of service. Base pay is taxable.

BAH (Housing Allowance)

A housing allowance based on duty location, rank, and dependent status. BAH is generally non-taxable.

BAS (Food Allowance)

BAS is a food allowance for service members and is usually non-taxable.

Deductions

Deductions include taxes, SGLI life insurance, TSP retirement contributions, and other allotments.

Official pay information is available through DFAS and your LES.