'09 Special Pay and Allowance Rates

Week of December 22, 2008

With basic pay and 70 types of special pays and allowances, military pay is customized to your situation. Get the newly released '09 rates for BAS, Clothing Allowances and Special Pay for Medical and Dental Officers.

Basic Allowance for Subsistence - a continuation of the military tradition of providing room and board (or rations) as part of a servicemember's pay. Get the rates for 2009.

Special Pay for Medical and Dental Officers - If you are a health professional officer you may be entitled to this special pay. Get the rates for 2009.

Clothing Allowances - To help pay for a member's uniform and other clothing costs, you may be given a clothing allowance (if appropriate clothing is not furnished). Get the rates for 2009.