2009 military pay rates reflect a 3.9% raise above the 2008 military pay scale. Understanding your military pay is a lot like understanding your first algebra class. At first it looks complicated, but actually it follows a simple set of rules that make sense.

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Military Pay Charts : 2009

BASIC PAY for ENLISTED PERSONNEL and OFFICERS

Pay Grades:

O-1 to O-5 | O-6 to O-10 | W-1 to W-5 | E-1 to E-5 | E-6 to E-9

Earning your military salary is one thing; managing it well enough to cover your military lifestyle can require some maneuvering. The military comes with great additional financial support: allowances, benefits and more, all in addition to your military salary.

Start by getting a clear understanding of the military pay scale, for enlisted members and officers. Get to know the pay you are entitled to now, how to move up in your pay scale, and learn how to best manage your military paycheck at every pay level.

Don't overlook the unique benefits of military allowances; this is money over and above your military salary, to cover certain cost of living expenses. Some allowances are not only tax exempt, they can help you save your military salary for other necessities.

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2010 Military Pay:

O-1 to O-5 | O-6 to O-10 | W-1 to W-5 | E-1 to E-5 | E-6 to E-9

2010 Drill Pay:

O-1 to O-5 | O-6 to O-10 | W-1 to W-5 | E-1 to E-5 | E-6 to E-9

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