The base pay for an infantry officer is determined by their rank and years of service. The following table shows the base pay for infantry officers in the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force:
| Rank | Years of Service | Base Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Second Lieutenant | 0-2 | $3,160.80 |
| First Lieutenant | 0-3 | $3,639.60 |
| Captain | 0-4 | $4,218.60 |
| Major | 0-5 | $5,028.90 |
| Lieutenant Colonel | 0-6 | $6,032.40 |
| Colonel | 0-7 | $7,236.90 |
| Brigadier General | 0-8 | $8,754.30 |
| Major General | 0-9 | $10,502.40 |
| Lieutenant General | 0-10 | $12,382.50 |
| General | 0-11 | $14,408.40 |
Additional Pay
In addition to their base pay, infantry officers may also receive various types of additional pay, including:
* Hazardous duty pay: Infantry officers who are deployed to combat zones or other hazardous duty areas may receive hazardous duty pay. The amount of hazardous duty pay varies depending on the location and level of danger.
* Flight pay: Infantry officers who are qualified to fly aircraft may receive flight pay. The amount of flight pay varies depending on the type of aircraft and the number of hours flown.
* Jump pay: Infantry officers who are qualified to parachute may receive jump pay. The amount of jump pay varies depending on the number of jumps made.
* Proficiency pay: Infantry officers who demonstrate proficiency in certain skills, such as marksmanship or hand-to-hand combat, may receive proficiency pay. The amount of proficiency pay varies depending on the skill and the level of proficiency.
Total Compensation
The total compensation for an infantry officer can vary significantly depending on their rank, years of service, and additional pay. However, the average total compensation for an infantry officer in the U.S. military is approximately $85,000 per year.