With basic pay and 70 types of special pays and allowances, military pay is customized to your situation. Changes in pay grade, duty status, your military occupation, duty station, or deployment status can have an impact on your pay.

Whether you are on active duty, in the reserve or Guard, a veteran or a retiree this section will help you understand your pay, allowances, compensation, and pension. In addition you'll learn how to calculate retirement pay, veteran disability compensation, and veterans pension.

2009 Pay Proposals - President Bush has recommended an across-the-board 3.4 percent military pay raise. However, Congress is pushing for a 3.9% pay raise. Take a look and compare the charts to see what you can expect to make in 2009.