Apr 2, 2024 · In simple terms, the U.S. Armed Forces are made up of the six military branches: Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy and Space Force.

2026 *Proposed* Active Duty Pay Raise Reflects proposed 3.8% raise in the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act

Dec 11, 2025 · Military households will receive an average 4.2% increase in their Basic Allowance for Housing in 2026. The Pentagon provided the annual update to Military.com.

The military pay charts linked below apply to active members of the Navy, Marine Corps, Army, Air Force, Coast Guard and Space Force.

Dec 8, 2025 · VA disability payments are made to veterans who got sick or injured while serving in the military and to veterans whose service made an existing condition worse.

Feb 28, 2024 · To learn the military ranks, you need to know what each service specifically calls the E and O levels, their abbreviations and how they look in the symbols, also known as …

Military Retirement pay is one of the top three benefits of military service. Know the types of military retirement plans and the retired pay multiplier.

Apr 25, 2025 · Whether you're thinking of joining the military, looking for fitness and basic training tips, or keeping up with military life and benefits, Military.com has you covered.

The articles in this section can help service members and spouses to navigate the confusing waters that comprise military pay.

An official told Military.com that a 63-page report on digital risk assessment was spurred by congressional members’ interest...