O-6: $7,139.10/Month – $12,638.40/Month
Colonels in the Army, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Space Force, as well as captains in the Coast Guard and Navy, are examples of O-6 commanders. The road to this level is not easy, and those who succeed are generously compensated for their efforts on the path to success. Upon joining the military with a rank of O-6, the initial wage is $85,669.20 per year, with the potential to earn up to $151,660.80 after 30 years of service.
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O-5: $5,951.40/Month – $10,111.20/Month
O-5s are the commissioned officers who come behind them in the chain of command. Vice Admirals and admirals are assigned to this tier in the Army, Marines, Air Force, and Space Force, whereas commanders in the Coast Guard and Navy are. O-5s, regardless of their specific job title, are handsomely compensated for their knowledge and experience. In the first year of employment, those with little to no experience can expect to make $71,416.80 per year, while those with more than 22 years of experience can expect to earn $121,334.40 per year.
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