All military personnel are paid according to a pay scale that is established by the U.S. government. The pay is based on a grade level, which is determined by years of experience and advanced training in the field. The pay for equivalent grades is the same in all services; for example, individuals with a grade of E-4 will have the same basic pay in the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard. Special allowances include special duty pay and foreign duty pay. Earnings increase as individuals advance in rank. Members of the military receive free housing, food, and health care.
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