E-7 Basic Pay (2026)
This page shows 2026 military basic pay for the enlisted paygrade E-7. Basic pay for E-7 increases with years of service; at the Over 8 years-of-service level, a E-7 earns $5,135.70 per month, or $61,628 per year.
| Years of service | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 2 or less | $3,932.10 | $47,185 |
| Over 2 | $4,291.50 | $51,498 |
| Over 3 | $4,456.20 | $53,474 |
| Over 4 | $4,673.10 | $56,077 |
| Over 6 | $4,843.80 | $58,126 |
| Over 8 | $5,135.70 | $61,628 |
| Over 10 | $5,300.40 | $63,605 |
| Over 12 | $5,591.70 | $67,100 |
| Over 14 | $5,835.00 | $70,020 |
| Over 16 | $6,000.90 | $72,011 |
| Over 18 | $6,177.30 | $74,128 |
| Over 20 | $6,245.70 | $74,948 |
| Over 22 | $6,475.20 | $77,702 |
| Over 24 | $6,598.20 | $79,178 |
| Over 26 | $7,067.40 | $84,809 |
| Over 28 | $7,067.40 | $84,809 |
| Over 30 | $7,067.40 | $84,809 |
| Over 32 | $7,067.40 | $84,809 |
| Over 34 | $7,067.40 | $84,809 |
| Over 38 | $7,067.40 | $84,809 |
| Over 40 | $7,067.40 | $84,809 |
Add BAH & BAS to E-7 basic pay
| Basic pay | $5,135.70 |
| BAS (enlisted) | $476.95 |
| BAH (your area) | — |
| Total monthly cash | $5,612.65 |
| Annual (× 12) | $67,352 |
Basic pay, BAS and BAH are exact 2026 DFAS/DoD figures — pick your housing area to pull the official BAH rate, or type an amount directly. BAH and BAS are tax-free; this shows gross cash, not take-home.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between basic pay and total pay for E-7?
Basic pay is the E-7 figure shown here; total compensation also includes housing (BAH) and subsistence (BAS) allowances, which are tax-free and added on top.
How do years of service affect E-7 pay?
For 2026, E-7 basic pay rises at set years-of-service milestones, so at the Over 8 level a E-7 earns $5,135.70 per month, or $61,628 per year.
Did E-7 pay change for 2026?
Yes. E-7 basic pay was updated for 2026 under the annual across-the-board raise, and at the Over 8 level it is $5,135.70 per month.
Is E-7 basic pay before or after tax?
The E-7 figures are gross basic pay for 2026, before tax or withholding, and allowances such as BAH and BAS are separate and tax-free.
Source: DFAS DFAS 2026 Basic Pay Table · effective January 1, 2026. Rates current as of July 20, 2026. Reference figures for general information — official pay is set by your agency, DFAS or OPM. See methodology.