What's your service actually worth?

Your paycheck doesn't show the full picture. Enter your details and see exactly what a civilian salary needs to match your total package — tax-free allowances, benefits, and all.

Tell us about your service

Takes two minutes. The number at the end tends to be surprising.

Service branch

Rank / rate

Years of service: 6

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Dependents: 0

Spouse, children, or other dependents

Duty station

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Duty station ZIP code

Optional — improves housing cost calculation

Expected cost of living after service: Medium

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What type of area do you plan to settle in? e.g. Tampa, San Antonio

TSP contribution: 5%

Your current Thrift Savings Plan contribution rate