Military salary in the United States

The average salary for a military in the United States is $37,500 per year. Military salaries in the United States can vary between $20,000 to $90,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 176,119 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as military.

The following companies offer the highest salaries for militaries in the United States: US Department of Defense ($88,500 a year), US Coast Guard ($73,500 a year), and State of New York ($40,500 a year).

The following cities offer the highest salaries for militaries in the United States: Harrisburg Metro Area, PA ($50,000 a year), Salinas Metro Area, CA ($50,000 a year), and Huntsville Metro Area, AL ($50,000 a year).