W-5 Basic Pay (2026)
This page shows 2026 military basic pay for the warrant officer paygrade W-5. Basic pay for W-5 increases with years of service; at the Over 24 years-of-service level, a W-5 earns $11,070.30 per month, or $132,844 per year.
| Years of service | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Over 20 | $10,169.70 | $122,036 |
| Over 22 | $10,685.70 | $128,228 |
| Over 24 | $11,070.30 | $132,844 |
| Over 26 | $11,495.10 | $137,941 |
| Over 28 | $11,495.10 | $137,941 |
| Over 30 | $12,070.80 | $144,850 |
| Over 32 | $12,070.80 | $144,850 |
| Over 34 | $12,673.50 | $152,082 |
| Over 38 | $13,308.30 | $159,700 |
| Over 40 | $13,308.30 | $159,700 |
Add BAH & BAS to W-5 basic pay
| Basic pay | $11,070.30 |
| BAS (officer) | $328.48 |
| BAH (your area) | — |
| Total monthly cash | $11,398.78 |
| Annual (× 12) | $136,785 |
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 W-5?
Basic pay is the W-5 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 W-5 pay?
For 2026, W-5 basic pay rises at set years-of-service milestones, so at the Over 24 level a W-5 earns $11,070.30 per month, or $132,844 per year.
Did W-5 pay change for 2026?
Yes. W-5 basic pay was updated for 2026 under the annual across-the-board raise, and at the Over 24 level it is $11,070.30 per month.
Is W-5 basic pay before or after tax?
The W-5 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.