How much MONEY do Special Forces soldiers make? (It’s probably more than you think)

[@redrobin1193]

Talking about salaries is becoming more acceptable in US. This is partly due to some people being underpaid and not knowing it.

[@mtndew4746]

The only one who benefits from people not talking about their salaries is the one paying them.

[@NeviQAdnariM]

Not talking about salaries is exactly why a lot of Americans are ignorant about the reality of the economy

[@asherhayes2429]

@@NeviQAdnariMThat’s really only true for young Americans from wealthy families. I went to this rich private boarding school in New York and those kids thought that they were middle class when their parents were making a quarter of a million each.

[@SNAKEEATER1776]

My final year as a GB, I was pulling in $125k from the army. not including any per diem on deployments. It’s not bad, but it took 20 years to make that amount. It’ll only take me a year or two to break 6 figures in my next career. Also not including pension + disability.

[@yurrr4338]

You’ll never have a cooler job than being SF tho. Well unless you go cia or something around there

[@SNAKEEATER1776]

@@yurrr4338 there are plenty of jobs out there that are surprisingly similar to being a GB. And honestly, likely see more action more often that pays better with an additional pension. Why do you think I’ve retired from the army? I’m going to start that thing before I’m too old for it! There’s also no war, so I’m out! 💁🏻‍♂️

[@ikematthews6866]

How much would I be making as a new green beret who has a degree so I’ll be coming in as an e4? Or what rank would I be starting out

[@SNAKEEATER1776]

@@ikematthews6866 you’ll be an E5 out of the Q-course. Look up what that pay will be and the BAH for your assigned group. Google is your friend.

[@InvisibleAoratos]

@@SNAKEEATER1776what other jobs are similar?

[@JK8]

Saved you time: about $140K including the value of insurance. Less if you are just considering actual dollars paid. But if you are deployed there can be tax abatements

[@kirkpruiett2373]

This seems low knowing what you risk and what you do for us. Should be more inclined with the nfl

[@mrdynamic8678]

Plus the gold bars from Saddams bunker

[@frisk151]

Uncle Sam is getting off cheap with you guys... Thank you for your service, Sir!

[@fabilichusaquaman4263]

yeah.... they pay way more for a tomahawk missile. 2 million dollars for each. And they send them in and miss, and dont care.

[@TimDocHarper]

This video gave me joy! Thank Reagan. I'm sure your Dad has told you -- we starved. As a 2LT (single, over 5) I got $205 base plus $110 jump pay a month. Couple of bucks more when deployed in combat. I'm so glad they pay you guys something livable now. DOL, Brother.

[@TheWhippingPost]

Reagan was terrible.

[@charlesenfield2192]

@@TheWhippingPost I'm a lifelong republican who served in the '80's. When it comes to military pay, I'm inclined to agree. He got a ton of credit for the raise in 1982 (~15% as I recall), but raises through the rest of his term were simple cost-of-living adjustments. At the same time, he cut the subsidies for things like the Commissary and PX. I don't know what it worked out to in terms of effective compensation, but I wasn't impressed.

[@thedevguy4272]

⁠@@charlesenfield2192 But he beat the Soviet Union, the primary threat to America at the time, so there’s that.

[@charlesenfield2192]

@@thedevguy4272 Agreed. I was only commenting on military pay.

[@carlosoruna7174]

@@thedevguy4272 Regan didnt defeat Russia, It collapsed financialy then Putin steped in and looted the place..LOL

[@darrenfarrell5690]

This channel is quickly becoming one of my favorite on KZbin.

[@phatwongaming]

As an Aussie private in Infantry during my Iraq trip, I was pulling $4600 per fortnight (2 weeks) tax free (USD about $3125). Get back home, its halved and taxed.

[@lauriea2971]

I’m from Canada and Tysvm on ur service in the military. I’m a retired reservist. God bless u and ur family and all serviceing now

[@invictus25]

Love your channel and appreciate you putting this info out. I’ve been working in finance for the last 7 years at a job I hate but afraid to walk away from the paycheck. Been looking into 18x and didn’t know who to ask about pay. Thank you sir!

[@ValhallaVFT]

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[@stevem7736]

Outstanding video this will help many potential GBs. Former E-5 63B Suggestion allow people to donate what they want. It is maxed out at $2.00

[@DG-lf5go]

It should be a lot more. Thanks for doing this. Thanks for serving .

[@anthonymazzone6463]

I'm so glad that you guys are being paid closer to what you're worth. I don't care if you're a cook "I'm just a cook", or an operator. You ALL deserve to pays at the top of your field. You all gave some, some of you have all. I'm forever in your debt, as every single one of you contributed to the remaining freedom I, and all patriots still have.

[@SaintsSpecOps]

army pay (especially deployment) goes way further than civilian. It’s untaxed and there are far fewer deductions before health insurance is free (this is almost always hundreds of dollars a pay check) and shit like life insurance is dirt cheap. a $70000 army salary is more equivalent to like $100,000 civilian salary

[@JJReal-m7x]

Gotta love all of that tax free deployment money 💰

[@ValhallaVFT]

Ya buddy

[@k9_steve]

Chipping in with some Australian info: I was a Lance Corp in 2CDO and on AU$135k p/a base (with free medical & dental). Pretty sure it’s gone up a little since I left in 2020. We also get rent assistance, basically half my rent was paid (and all of while deployed), or some assistance towards your mortgage. Deployments (usually 5mo) are completely tax free and you get a daily allowance ($200 a day in Afghan), so you’re usually coming home with roughly $70k saved, depending on rank and your spending habits. There was a small difference in pay between 2CDO & SAS during my time, but I’m pretty sure it’s all equal now.

[@ValhallaVFT]

Damn dude, they paid us 3$ a day for Afghanistan lol. We did get extra pays for combat zone but nothing like that lol.

[@k9_steve]

@@ValhallaVFT this was no secret to us mate, we were quite aware of the massive pay difference between Aus & US SF while deployed, we all knew it was best not to mention it when we hung out (I think that was even included in some briefs I’ve received 😂). For perspective though, our cost of living is higher, ie: the median house price in Sydney is currently $1.6m (US$1.1m).

[@bdubs1543]

Great breakdown !

[@ValhallaVFT]

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[@Cee-r5s]

Thank You for your service 🇺🇲

[@stevegrifftx]

Interesting info. Nice to know this, SF guys are a very highly skilled bunch taking high risks. Thanks.

[@alanaldpal950]

Many Police Department jobs in Cali pay well over $150,000/year and some over $200K a year in just base pay and various bonuses, NOT including benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement etc) for bottom of the ladder patrol officers with 3.5 years of service. Hours worked are significantly less than military with many working 4 x ten hour shifts per week or 3 x 12 hour shifts per week. With overtime some cops can add another $100k + to their salaries. And most cops will never actually have to shoot their weapon even once during their whole career. Not an easy job and not respected by many folks but on average they earn a LOT more than career military, With a lot less time, or impact on their lives from deployments etc.

[@mattypurcell]

They will shoot their weapons if based in Cali... that I asure u

[@kmin3434]

But a 4 bedroom house in an area decent enough to stay long term and raise a family is $800k or more.

[@gnomethegamer9706]

I live in the uk and I know cali is a cesspool but for that money where do I sign up?

[@kmin3434]

@gnomethegamer9706 $200k per year in a major city in California is like $90k a year in most other states. Not bad, but you ain't rich. The cost of living and taxes are what kills your salary.

[@gnomethegamer9706]

@@kmin3434 I'm more florida man material in all honesty!

[@jameshardy6277]

Approximately 4x from what a UK Royal Marine Commando or Parachute Regiment. Even Tier 1 UKSF guys only get a 30-40% bump over regular pay scales. The UK military pay is sickening.

[@krandelvision555]

Well none of this concerns me because I was discharged in July of 1986 but it is very interesting to know how much you are making when you are putting your life on the line. Thank you for your SPECIAL SERVICES. I was a Truck driver, first unit was field artillery 8-inch self-propelled. They do not use these anymore, not sure when they stopped using. Probably good idea those shells were 209lbs each, and we had some that were NUKES. Second unit was Transportation Company out of HAAF, Savannah, GA. I do not believe they are their anymore. We were also Flight Ready along side 1st/75th Ranger Reg. When they went anywhere we went along with them. Example- Cold weather training in Wisconsin for a month/we were there. Mountain Training- Dahlonega, GA./we were there. 160th guys need a ride into town to party- next day we get special rides in their fancy copters, its a win-win. That was a Good @ fun time. Drop those guys at a certain beach somewhere on the Florida east coast on a Monday @ then go back and pick them up on a Saturday. Took them over to Ft. Stewart everyday for two weeks while they built a entire town out of plywood and then blew it all up in about 20mins. Yeah that first unit I was with was over in Europe. The berlin wall was still up then. Boy howdy the times they be a changing. Well Valhalla you have a good day @ a wonderful rest of the year.

[@riskonic]

This is a nice perk but don’t go into the military if you care about money. If you can become a GB you can easily make $200k by 30 and $500k plus by 40 in the private sector. This without any risk of grievous bodily harm.

[@SMM_NAA]

It's hard to get a job in the private sector without previous military experience though.

[@jessebell1930]

In Australia we have Commandos, SAS and Clearance Divers. All are paid well by military standards (from memory an SAS Trooper is on over $100k inside of Australia). However the Private Sector pays much more, so retention has been a big issue especially during GWOT. Less hours and double the pay, which obviously the military cannot match.

[@JCthaRevolutionary]

Love this channel. Very informative

[@HAMMERTIMEBB]

For my marines out there. Marsoc is offering 100k bonuses if you reenlist and get selected and pass their q course

[@HAMMERTIMEBB]

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[@kurtmapula6174]

Good video nate!

[@Frosty-Fred]

Can you do a video on stress/fight or flight management? This is for reacting cool and calm when shit hits the fan for everyday people. Such as a dude trying to rob you or fight you in a bar etc

[@ValhallaVFT]

I’m doing a video on how SF taught me to manage fear/stress/anxiety next week. Should be along those lines

[@javi9170]

​@@ValhallaVFTthats actually an amazing idea for a video

[@stevengrumley-uo8je]

Excellent breakdown. Thank You Nate. 🇺🇸

[@hardcoreraider7029]

Great vid. As a former 11c, it would nice if you could do a video on how many guys are going back into the Army. Also maybe something on the status of the world and how the Army needs MEN to defend our country. IMO it’s not a matter of IF, but WHEN? The Sergeant Major of The Army just recently said that he thinks we’re in a 1939 type moment and time frame. I’ve been out for a long time now and a little older than you. I’ve considered going back in for awhile now. I’ve talked to a Ranger Recruiter and a 18x recruiter. So I’m starting to work out again and will go back depending on what happens on Nov 5. SF dudes are a different breed, but in a good way. Thanks for your sacrifice. Most have no clue! 💯💪

[@ValhallaVFT]

Do you have a link on him talking about that? I actually 💯 agree with that statement, I’ve been parroting that myself. That’s actually a video I’ve been mulling around in my head.

[@hardcoreraider7029]

@@ValhallaVFT Roger, let me find it and I’ll send you the title name. Cancel Culture YT won’t let me send the link. I’ll send it shortly.

[@hardcoreraider7029]

@@ValhallaVFT It’s The Jedburgh Podcast video posted 3 weeks ago. Name of video= Army’s Top Sergeant on Modern Warefare & Recruiting Tactics. He says a lot without saying it, if you know what I mean. But he tells the game plan for those who have eyes to see and ears to hear. It’s a good listen. Side note- I live near 10th group and you SF dudes stand out like a sore thumb. But not in a negative way. Most can’t tell who you guys are. But you guys are the baddest dudes on this earth but pretending to fit in and be normal. Which is why I can tell who you guys are. Because that’s the same mentality and mindset I’ve had my entire life. Before and after the Army. I wished i would’ve never gone regular Army because the S bags and sham artists who were lazy and lacked integrity. Not a day has gone by that I don’t wish I was back in. But with high integrity soldiers like SF or Rangers. Obviously I’m a little older now. But when my kids were young, I wasn’t going to put them through deployments when my wife needed help. But my kids are older now and times are different, for obvious reason. But like I said I got to get my body right, and then go from there. One thing I do know. Is the Army needs real soldiers and not this new age era soldier, if you know what I mean. Anyways thank is never enough for the ultimate sacrifice guys like you did and do for those that have no clue. Keep up the good work and stay strong brotha. Much respect

[@ValhallaVFT]

@@hardcoreraider7029 ok I saw some previews for that episode, I’ll give it a watch and probably do my perspective on it. Thanks dude.

[@hardcoreraider7029]

@@ValhallaVFT Sounds good thanks brotha. Look forward to hearing your thoughts and if you have a similar perspective as I did. I had to rewind it a few times to see if what I heard was accurate. But i usually do that if something is said and is important and I want an accurate read out on what they said. But that’s just me because I try not to jump to conclusions right away. I like to process stuff and digest it from different angles and perspectives before I make a conclusion.

[@diltzm]

Slightly related to tuition assistance. When you get out you can qualify for Vocational Rehabilitation or VR&E if you go into the trades it will make up the difference between apprentice and journey pay and it's also tax free. So while you are going through your apprenticeship you'll be making more than the journeyman around you. It's a huge deal and not enough people know about it.

[@StanimalHuff]

My nephew is an 18B and we compared salaries. I was a fed agent GS-14 with 15 years on the job. He and I made about the same and about half of his salary was not taxed. Around $150k a year.

[@l3gacy_tv682]

Thank you for helping me financially justify an 18x contract to my dad lol

[@ValhallaVFT]

Well, you still gota make it lol. But hope that helps.

[@tom.northshore]

Same 🙌😂

[@aaronwilson4258]

13:25 $140,000/year is in the top 12% of earners.

[@ValhallaVFT]

Rog, close guess. Thanks.

[@Savage_Carlos]

Even if you make Base Pay, the Adventure is what counts. Stay Green.

[@bradr2142]

Thats fair for what you're doing for us. Man i thought when we lost a marine in combat it was alot. To lose any life is terrible but now thinking it over special opps would be alot. Worth every penny im for moving it up because of your families im for paying the wife another 20k military spouse pay. That would make me happy you guys Really do alot stuff. Thank you for all you do.

[@StripesNoCommentary]

Great video thanks for the explanation 🤗

[@theblackboxpodcastshow1791]

The pay structure was always better, with special forces, Rangers, Delta , seal teams

[@jimmyandersson9682]

Very informative, thanks

[@willciborg3009]

Hey brother! I very much love and appreciate all the info you've provided. I've been looking going into SF for awhile and you help solidified my decision! Would you be able to do a video om SF Warrant Officers? I'm very curious what they do

[@ValhallaVFT]

I don’t know what they do because I’ve never seen one show up to work.

[@michaelgreen7511]

@@ValhallaVFT 🤣

[@russellwhite8890]

Very good explanation

[@kevindore7488]

A Mass State Police 10yrs in, depending on barracks stationed ( yes they use the word barracks for regional stations around state ) is making 175K. If they work at the Logan Airport Barracks they are making 250 to 300K. After 30 yrs there pension would be 80% of their top 3 years earned. So top 3 comes out to 200k, pension would be 160k a year for the rest of there life.

[@RM-ww5td]

lol, you got that soooo wrong buddy! The pension is base on your last 3 years of base pay! Not including overtime or special detail etc. The state is not stupid they are not in the business of giving away money! Plz do some research before you put 100% wrong information! 🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@glennruess3324]

You guys deserve to be very well paid!

[@harryhefner9785]

That is crazy, I make this as an automatic door repair technician. I'm also a combat vet. With the 82nd.

[@iaincobain3594]

I left the British army in 1989. 6 years as a grade 1 infantry solider. £22 per day

[@SMM_NAA]

You would've made more begging on the side of the road.

[@redslate]

Most aren't doing it for the pay, but for the lifestyle.

[@chiefcoonsie]

Ya'll are worth every penny! The best of the best=better pay (even in the civilian world)

[@ViktoriousDead]

Ranger regiment is offering 25k bonuses now….. not so a decade or so ago, lol

[@2x1r27]

And $3700 for 14-23 month extension. Before taxes. Tier dropped. If you were still in you’d be like wtf… along with the other who declined the manifest to go resign over ‘there’.

[@dougmcclure4760]

And this doesn’t even take into account the adrenaline rushs that you get paid for. I mean, you get paid to skydive, blow up stuff, scuba dive. You get to hang out with the best people in the military. All the vacation destinations that you get to enjoy. Hoo-Yah baby!

[@jacobdelmonico1323]

hey man you should really talk to the brent tucker and go on the anti hero podcast, i think yall would do a really good job breaking down videos and giving your opinion on all kinda stuff. they got a really good podcast man it would be sick if yall got together

[@ValhallaVFT]

I only do podcasts when asked, if they reached out I’d see what their channel is about and consider it.

[@jacobdelmonico1323]

@@ValhallaVFT well let me get to work then brother, check em out tho man theyre good dudes with what seems to be a moral code that they refuse to falter from and theyre good on recent events n all that good jazz. check em out man you may enjoy em.

[@troystaunton254]

Not nearly enough when you consider here in Australia the Queensland police force pay first year cops $100,000 and if you’re willing to work away from home and sporting events and assorted unpopular working times it’s $150,000+ rent, plus super annuation + 6 weeks paid leave + overtime. So a first year cop in Queensland could be on up to $175-200,000/year before tax

[@thefeelingofunfair4052]

100,000 in Australia has got to VERY different than in the states

[@justinmayne7799]

Nick, you should have been a recruiter dude. That pay makes it a competitive career

[@bharles4479]

lol it takes years and years and years and years to make the money he’s saying.

[@floridasaltlife]

Thanks for your service...

[@grahamwatts8836]

In Australia Special Forces for what is expected, specialised training and unique capabilities they are under paid, but federal govt pension is good. They’re paid less than a skilled construction worker (working on a big build project) who does not have all the personal risks. When ex special forces soldiers are employed privately ie a security expert, their wages are significantly higher.

[@nickbolognaesq]

All salaries should be public knowledge. Why shouldn’t they be?

[@kammuller6620]

It’s not enough when you consider all the out of pocket expenses, time spent away from family, not watching your kids grow up and risk vs reward. You beat the crap out of your body and pay for it as you age.

[@RM-ww5td]

& that’s why nobody will remember your name….. pu***!

[@michaelcavanaugh5852]

And that is why I never got married in the Army. Stay single, live stress free while deployed.

[@mutedforever]

Just some unsolicited internet thoughts from someone you did not ask for - Figuring out total comp throughout this vid was more than slightly off 1) BAH should not be used in salaries due to the alternating zip codes which affect this greatly. You used your state of Washington. However, again, this ranges so drastically from zip to zip. Again though, I understand why you factored in your state for this factor. 2) BAS can be used to factor total salary due to the defined amount issued each month based on grade + dependants. However I'd still probably argue against using this since it can vary based on those factors + if you are TDY, deployed, getting per diem. 3) Medical/Dental comes out of your paycheck. Check your LES. Saying "This cost on average $500/month for private sector" Does not mean you tact on $500/m to your salary. 4) Bonuses - The $80k is taxed at 33%, divide that by 6 years you end up with $9,045/yr or $753.75 You NEED to assume it's taxed. Operating within a tax free zone during the time of reenlistment is not a guarantee but is definitely sought after. For salary factoring, it's best to give worst case/bottom line scenario and not if everything works out perfectly, you could "make this". 5) You hit the nail on the head for seps pay, deployment, hazard pay, etc., which can drastically up the total pay. HOWEVER, you mentioned per diem and added it to your total salary. Typically per diem is used to offset the food factor. So, is it wise to add it to total comp when it usually helps break even the food situation for the deployment? It's like trying to pad the numbers. Out of $141,000, I'd say the average salary is probably closer to the $110k baseline. Which aligns with private defense companies employees individuals with around 10 YoE (think Boeing, Lockheed, Raytheon, NGC, BAE)

[@chicoorona4372]

I’m curious to know what an Officer would make (0-3,0-4). Currently going in as an 11a, gonna make that an 18 when the time comes, curious on if that makes any difference. Although morally it shouldn’t

[@oauch5434]

BAH and base pay will be higher but other numbers will look the same. I’d expect closer to 180-200k per year all things considered.

[@paulfranks5670]

You mentioned making a video on tuition assistance, have you made it yet? Or will you be making it soon?

[@richardmiller3146]

I’m very pleased to see you guys do well and wish it was more. For those saying the country can’t afford it, well we should start by stopping all benefits to illegals. There’s so much we spend money on that we should reallocate and take better care of our current and former military.

[@terry_willis]

Much could be saved by closing some of the 180 foreign country military bases we have. (%&@ There's only 196 sovereign nations in TOTAL)

[@richardmiller3146]

@terry_willis I'm not saying that every base is critical to remain open but thee are several countries where multiple bases make sense - naval bases obviously along coastal areas, air force bases in strategic locations for rapid response and army bases close to borders with non-ally nations and near major cities to help defend against enemy attack.

[@ronin2963]

Most states are now requiring employer to post salary ranges on job listings.

[@mickeylegalhawk6510]

I served in Korea and $150 goes a long way

[@lulzwtfbbq3941]

Was it misspoken or is BAH really E7+ for SF? On the conventional side of the house it's E6+, sometimes even E5 depending on duty station. Also where are the guys not getting BAH living? On post housing or barracks? Admittedly was under the impression everyone was getting BAH and the freedom to choose where they live after getting on a team. Great video though, as a normie infantry nco it's a bit shocking to see the pay gap for sure lol. We all know it's not the same but no one ever does the math on how different it actually is.

[@ValhallaVFT]

Depends on where you’re at. Some places it’s E-6s and above, others like Okinawa it’s E-7 and above. Or if your married any rank.

[@dougmitchell5435]

I'm pretty sure that you are understating the cost of medical and dental. We pay about $1200/month for a couple, and I am on medicare.

[@dougmitchell5435]

@@jaayjr2516 I'm old and my genes turn out to be poor. My respect and affection for my medical folks is high and worth every penny. Even as to the healthiest of us, one cannot make an appointment for an emergency.

[@chavezmitchin3066]

A little bit of an odd question, but what is promotion to E7 like for special forces? Is it automatic like E6 or is it supposed to be like reserved for team leaders or something?

[@ValhallaVFT]

I hit E-7 the day I hit 7 years in service. It’s not automatic like E-6 is though, it is merit based and part of the overall promotion board process.

[@chavezmitchin3066]

@@ValhallaVFTOkay cool, thank you sir. Phenomenal video btw. Brilliant how you incorporate all the benefits too, and not just direct pay. I’ll make sure to watch all the ads for you as homage.

[@jbarres80]

Not much compared to what they do But they have few benefits insurance Housing College combat pay bonuses Traveling all,over world to train.

[@406Native]

As a Single buck pvt in basic Ft Benning 1999. I was making $400 every two weeks 😂

[@ultimatetrex1999]

Great video! Just wanted to say E-6 and up you receive BAH

[@ValhallaVFT]

Not in Okinawa you don’t. Base dependent on what rank you can receive BAH.

[@GAME4WAR]

I have a question that you can make a video on..why do soo many Special Forces & Special Operators Seals,etc who have been deployed & seen much combat have soo few medals? It's weird that even MOH winners who served 15 yrs earn no bronze stars,or anything beforehand. I read that in past only officers got medals or those who save officers. Is it still like that? Are many instances of bravery being ignored?

[@blackhammerartisan]

Hey man, do you still live in Washinton? I live in Washington, Also I'm 17 and thinking about going into SF in the Guard, what do you think about the Guard SF. thanks' your doing really great work here thanks' so much.

[@hardcoreraider7029]

I’m not SF, but was an 11c. Don’t go NG imo. They are weekend warriors, and most are ate up. If you want to be around higher level of integrity soldiers, go active duty. Especially if going SF. But just my opinion.

[@alwaysready4017]

Bro that’s not bad money at all.. I started at 20 as a state trooper in 91 for I think 25 g a year at 20 yoa and I thought I was on top of the world. I was like wait, I’m going to get paid to drive fast and get drink free coffee? I think when I retired at 45 it was about 85 a year. It wasn’t much.

[@GregoryMcDermott-p3b]

Being ex-service and looking at the specialised teams from the outside, the training you have to go through, deployments, separation from family, mental health etc etc etc all special ops team members should be on more money. I know for a fact that as personal security for various clients pays a truck load of $$$$ , it might be time for management in the military to ask.... what can we do to keep the spec ops teams in for longer.👍💪👍💪👍💪🇦🇺🐰

[@rgarri6396]

That’s a lot of money for sitting around and waiting. Time for me to sign up.

[@Bimmeraudi1]

Whatever these guys make, they don't make enough. Service members, particularly operators, should make more than some guy running with a football. That's my opinion.

[@jakejennings5152]

If you’re gonna go into the military and risk death and dismemberment, you might as well at least try to do so with the best of the best

[@Xlr8er2]

Now do a breakdown like this for how much GBs make in the 19th and 20th groups

[@brockphilips1189]

Highly skilled should be highly paid.

[@Marks-Law]

You say Now like Hulk Hogan. Good Research, looks like Uncle Sam is paying some okay. Plus you don’t have the 22” pythons like HH

[@ValhallaVFT]

I don’t think you realize how big I actually am.

[@CommunistCommando1]

In the Communist Commandos I get absolutely Zilch! I obviously do it for the love of it (:

[@jaybeauvais4311]

Most military didn’t join for the money, and regardless of allowances and jump, flight, haz duty, sea pay, it still doesn’t come close.

[@solascripura76]

Do SF soldiers not get BAS? I didn’t see it included. For 2024 that’s $460.25 per month for enlisted. That raises the annual total by $5523.

[@ValhallaVFT]

Ya we do I just forgot to put include it.

[@oldstudbuck3583]

Worth every penny.

[@Devildog1979]

Unless ur in the Marines where u have to pay for your uniforms and literal EVERYTHING else!!

[@ellentau427]

Sorry they don't get paid enough !! Dumb senators and congress get 3 times more. 😡

[@wodzefag8062]

what people tend to forget is that you barely actually spend the money because you are busy as fuck.

[@richardmiller3146]

I would love to only pay $500/mo for medical insurance. I pay over $1,100/month for health only, no dental and this is just for me, no wife or kids. And, my deductible and coinsurance is high. I think your benefit is underestimated.

[@andrewperlmutter8854]

My last year as a Recon Marine as a Sgt I made just under 105K

[@Jawn_Wick215]

What about other branches other militaries special operations pay like Navy seals, PJs , Marsoc

[@willk9276]

Asked this on a previous video but does anyone know if 3rd group is actively fighting off insurgency in Africa? Heard it’s bad over there w boko haram and shit

[@ValhallaVFT]

Diplomatically? No. Realistically? Probably.

[@the_flow19]

Sooooo big question that i’m having a difficult time getting answered, how much do you make during SFAS and Q Course, and do NG make less?

[@ValhallaVFT]

lol wayyyyy less. You’re obviously a lower rank, and you get none of the bonus pays or incentives. I’d say you’re looking at less than half.

[@the_flow19]

@@ValhallaVFT thanks for the reply

[@kool4209]

them bonuses be the money makers

[@pyeitme508]

That's a lot! Unless losing limbs, mind & sanity might not be worth it...

[@thedevguy4272]

How does pay for officers differ? Is it less than enlisted due to fewer jumps and things? Going in as a butter bars and am wondering if this might be the path for me.

[@ValhallaVFT]

Much higher base pay, but they don’t receive any of the speciality or bonus pays that we do. So an E-7 makes in the same general amount as about a Captain.

[@thedevguy4272]

@@ValhallaVFT Thanks for the reply, that sounds like the rest of the Army. I guess they justify it with the higher base pay, but enlisted can potentially end up making more with bonuses and other incentives. But then again I guess I’m not joining for pay, I was just curious. Thanks again!

[@muddwhistle7833]

You should see what SAS make, you wouldn’t believe it

[@landenjones9374]

it's probably alot to keep retention rates up. (Edit i was way off they only make like 20-80 grand a year damn)

[@jonvaughn86]

So what you saying is, quit the Ironworkers and go SF!? Word

[@ValhallaVFT]

I’m definitely not suggesting anyone should quit their jobs, that’s a decision for you lol.

[@joelbeske1504]

BAH is based on city location, not state.

[@renpope1210]

Where did you get the MACV SOG Flash?

[@PaulG75]

It’s messed up that it’s not completely tax free.

[@miked4188]

i get paid more than this in 2 weeks as a labourer in canada and to anyone that thinks its fake ill show you my paystub

[@thefeelingofunfair4052]

10 Years US Army, I was TAC-Ops for a medevac unit. Worked with mostly Airborne and a little Deta I dont know how each job today seem like it makes 120k a year somehow?