O-9s
You can’t be an O-9 unless you’ve been in the military for at least 20 years. This includes vice-admirals (Navy or Coast Guard) and lieutenant generals (Marines, Army, Air Force, and Space Force). They’re well-compensated because they get $16,012 to $16,608 each month.
O-9s
O-8s
O-8s have many responsibilities, which means they earn more money. This tier includes rear admirals (Navy or Coast Guard) and major generals (Army, Marines, Space Force, and Air Force). Generally, they earn between $11,329 to $16,333 per month, though men and women with over 34 years of experience make the most.
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O-8s