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4.4
(8986 Reviews)
The training and salary you get as a Soldier are only some of the ways the Army strengthens you for tomorrow. The Army also offers money for education, comprehensive health care, generous vacation time, family services and support groups, special pay for special duties and cash allowances to cover the cost of living.
Great benefits, especially if you choose to contribute to TSP.
Former
Fort Polk, Louisiana
Tricare was supported by most healthcare providers in the area
Current
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Comprehensive benefits package. Great for families. Insurance a bit complicated if located away from base.
Former
Schofield Barracks, Hawaii
Healthcare and tsp plan benefits
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Current
Fort Campbell, Kentucky
Low‑ to no‑cost healthcare for you and your family
Active‑duty Soldiers pay $0 premiums and $0 copays under TRICARE Prime, covering medical, dental, vision, mental health, prescriptions, and hospitalization. Dependents also receive coverage with minimal out‑of‑pocket costs.
Education benefits worth well over $100,000
The Post‑9/11 GI Bill covers full in‑state tuition at public universities, up to $29,920.95/year at private schools, plus a monthly housing allowance and book stipend. Tuition Assistance provides up to $4,500/year while serving.
Guaranteed employment and job security
Once you sign your contract, you have stable employment for the full term—no layoffs or downsizing.
Retirement benefits that outperform most civilian employers
Under the Blended Retirement System, 20 years of service earns a pension equal to 40% of high‑36 pay, plus government TSP matching up to 5%.
Paid time off and federal holidays
Soldiers receive 30 days of paid leave per year, plus 11 federal holidays.
Home loan advantages
VA loans allow $0 down, no mortgage insurance, and favorable interest terms.
Bonuses and competitive total compensation
Enlistment bonuses can reach $50,000, and total first‑year compensation can exceed $67,000 depending on job and incentives.
Current
Fort Campbell, Kentucky
Soldiers receive base pay plus housing benefits. A comprehensive health care package, retirement options, and post-separation benefits (GI Bill).
Current
Aurora, Colorado
The Army/military has incredible benefits, including free healthcare, gym/fitness center access, retirement options, a 401K, maternity/paternal leave, and housing or housing allowance. There are plenty other benefits, but these are some of the more significant ones.
Former
Arlington, Virginia
No complaints. Best benefits package but you work whenever they want. Medical is probably one of the best things.
Current
Fort Riley, Kansas
The military provides so many free days off for holidays, and beat of all you don’t have to use any of your leave days.
Current
Camp Atterbury, Indiana
Retirement healthcare cost can be expensive if you retire with a family