Updated February 2026
O-9 Pay 2026 — Lieutenant General
Complete 2026 O-9 (Lieutenant General) base pay table by years of service, plus BAH rates and total compensation breakdown. All rates include the 3.8% pay raise effective January 1, 2026.
Entry Pay (0 YOS)
$17,443.50/mo
$209,322.00/year
Max Pay
$17,443.50/mo
$209,322.00/year
BAH Range (w/ Dependents)
N/A
Across 0 locations
Officer BAS
$328.48/mo
Tax-free food allowance
O-9 Base Pay Table — 2026
| Years of Service | Monthly Pay | Annual Pay |
|---|---|---|
| 2 or less | $17,443.50 | $209,322.00 |
All amounts reflect the 3.8% pay raise effective January 1, 2026. Source: DFAS.
O-9 BAH Rates
BAH rate data is not available for this pay grade. Generals at this level typically receive housing provided by the government or rates set by the O-7 schedule.
Total Compensation Example — O-9 at 0 Years
Base Pay (0 YOS)$17,443.50
BAH (National Average, w/ Dependents)$0
BAS (Officer)$328.48
Estimated Monthly Total$17,771.98
Estimated Annual Total$213,263.76
BAH and BAS are tax-free allowances. Actual total compensation varies by duty station and dependency status. Use the Military Pay Calculator for a personalized estimate.