Every Soldier in the Army earns a salary. On top of that, there are allowances, bonuses and educational benefits that you may qualify for.
Basic Pay: Active Duty Soldiers
Basic Pay is your base salary as a Soldier on Active Duty. It counts for just part of your total income.
Drill Pay: Army Reserve Soldiers
Army Reserve Soldiers earn Drill Pay while training on weekends and during full-time training events.
Special Pay: For Special Duties & Skills
There are dozens of types of extra pay for Soldiers and Officers with special skills or duties that carry extra responsibility or risk.
Allowances: Covering the Cost of Living
In addition to salary and bonuses, the Army provides allowances for housing, meals and uniforms.
There are many opportunities for Active Duty and Reserve Soldiers to earn additional money.
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