Military Pay Calculator
What You Made on Active Duty — Look up 2026 military base pay by rank and years of service, and compare it to your VA disability compensation.
2026 Base Pay Rates
Select Rank & Service
TDIU Income Reference
TDIU monthly rate (100%)
$3,737.85/mo
TDIU annual rate
$44,854.20/yr
2026 poverty threshold (single)
~$15,650/yr
Marginal employment limit
~$15,650/yr
Veterans receiving TDIU can earn up to the marginal employment limit without losing benefits. See the TDIU Guide for details.
Your Base Pay
Monthly Base Pay
$0.00
Annual Base Pay
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VA Disability Compensation vs Active Duty Pay
See how your VA disability compensation compares to your last active duty base pay.
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Active Duty Base Pay | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| VA Disability Compensation | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TDIU Rate (100%) | $3,737.85 | $44,854.20 |
| Difference (VA - Active Duty) | $0.00 | $0.00 |