Food and Groceries
Generally, enlisted service people get about $386.50 every month for groceries on top of their normal paycheck. That’s part of the reason why so many people join the military; they get so many extras. Still, officers only receive $266.18 for their food items.
Education Benefits
Just because you join the military after high school doesn’t mean you give up your education. The military actually helps people pay off loans or go to college. Most enlistees find that 100 percent of the tuition is paid while they’re on active duty!