How much does a Soldier make?

Updated Sep 15, 2022

Experience

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$41,951 / yrTotal Pay
$39,241 / yrBase Pay
$2,710 / yrAdditional Pay

$41,951

 / yr
$27K$67K
Most Likely Range
Possible Range

The estimated total pay for a Soldier is $41,951 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $39,241 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $2,710 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.

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Top Paying Companies

For a Soldier in United States

Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Soldier in United States. Employers include U.S. Army Reserve, US Department of Defense and US Army.

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U.S. Army Reserve
U.S. Army Reserve
$72,816/yr
274 open jobs
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SoldierSee 2,061 salaries from all locations

$60,379

 / yr

$55,267

 / yr

$62,264

 / yr

$72,816

 / yr

$61,775

 / yr

$77,108

 / yr

$22

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$57,628

 / yr

$59,477

 / yr

$5,417

 / mo

$44,046

 / yr

$4,384

 / mo

$64,229

 / yr

$58,069

 / yr

$61,121

 / yr

$56,773

 / yr

$18

 / hr

$60,855

 / yr

$6,330

 / mo

$80,996

 / yr
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Top Paying Industries

For a Soldier in United States

The top 2 paying industries for a Soldier in United States are Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $62,264 and Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $60,379.

IndustryTotal PayTotal Pay Insight
  • Aerospace & DefenseAerospace & Defense$62,264

    1% Higher than other industries

  • Government & Public AdministrationGovernment & Public Administration$60,379

    2% Lower than other industries

Aerospace & Defense

The top paying company in Aerospace & Defense for Soldier is US Department of Defense.

US Department of DefenseUS Department of Defense$62,264/yr

Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview

What is the pay outlook for Military & Protective Services?

Job opportunities in military and protective services depend heavily on government budgets that may not be flexible. Pay scales rely heavily on time in service and are less-performance based, but public sector benefits can be attractive. Protective services roles are also an opportunity for veterans looking to transition into civilian roles. Education requirements in military and protective services vary, though many jobs don't require a Bachelor's degree.

Recent Salaries Shared

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Total Pay

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Soldier (E4)

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$27,777

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
US Army, Captain

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$96,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
United States Marine Corps

United States of America

 | 7-9 years

$50,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

7-9 years
Yesterday
Infantryman

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$40,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Army Soldier

United States of America

 | 15+ years

$48,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

15+ years
Yesterday
Soldier

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$30,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Infantryman

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$3,600

/mo

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
United States Marine Corps

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$25,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Soldier

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$2,300

/mo

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday

Soldier pay FAQ

The national average salary for a Soldier is $39,241 per year in United States. Filter by location to see a Soldier salaries in your area. Salaries estimates are based on 2174 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Soldier employees.

The highest salary for a Soldier in United States is $61,750 per year.

The lowest salary for a Soldier in United States is $24,937 per year.

If you are thinking of becoming a Soldier or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Soldier.