Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits may not be the reason you join the military, but they are important to almost everybody who joins. Knowing what your pay is going to be and what benefits you can expect is very important. This section provides insight into military pay and explains many of the benefits you will receive while serving and what benefits you could receive once you leave active duty or retire from the military.

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Military Salary - Pay Overview

The military compensation system has over 70 separate types of pay and allowances -- that's a lot to keep track of.

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Military Enlistment Incentives: Bonuses and Benefits

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Military Benefits at a Glance

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Military Bonuses Explained

Learn about the two types of bonuses (enlistment and reenlistment) that encourage soldiers to start and/or stay in the...

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10 Money Mistakes that Hurt New Recruits

Joining the military opens a world of opportunities, but the first few years can put your budget through some grueling tests.