The Truth About Military Pay in 2024

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In this video, we will discuss how much pay military members really earn in 2024. A lot of people think the military is poor, and don't receive good pay, but I will prove that's wrong.
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@cassettecobra3848 3 месяца назад

23 year old, no drivers license or skill, no job experience, lost to what to do in life, have an associates degree in IT that I haven't used since I lost community college, and trying to work off the pounds. The Air Force and/or Space Force sounds like a good way to change my life around, but that could be my emotions calling. I want to pay back my parents for not giving anything back to them, but the trip away from people you stayed your whole life is a tough move. I appreciate this video's existence.

@Eliweaver04 3 месяца назад

You’re not the only one in that position !!

@kunaishinobii 3 месяца назад

Since your comment really resonated with me and my own life, ill put my two cents here. Ask yourself why 7 times. Why do you want to join. Answer that and ask why again, and again. Really get to the root of your desires to what you want to do. And if you can answer that, just take the leap of faith brother. Ik youre trying to lose weight but really start the process by walking into that recruiters office. Change all those “wants” into something you will actually do. Im a 24yr old guy whos about to ship out on april 30th and your dilemma sounds exactly like mine. I wish u the best of luck man

@user-fm1zz4vi9s 3 месяца назад

Fuck, I thought you were kidding. Is not having a license and job experience common with kids in their early 20's??

@user-fm1zz4vi9s 3 месяца назад

I mean, I mean no offense but having a license and a job was kind of the basics when I was growing up to prepare us for tge real world. Like I was talking to my coworker the other day and he was telling me kids are encouraged to bring their parents in on their job interviews. Not like wait in the lobby or in the car but actually sitting in on the actual interview. Same damn room. I mean I get it, different generations have their own thing but dang.

@cassettecobra3848 3 месяца назад

@@user-fm1zz4vi9s Yep, its really embarrassing for my generation. I was born in 2000. I really wish I was born in 1981 instead so I could grow up to be independent, grow up with video games, and make good money before everything went downhill. My brother had a license and a job before he went to college. I was one of those shut in kids with parents who didn't push or force me to do more due to being neurodivergent.

@michaelmiguel6937 Месяц назад

Use every benefit you can to set yourself up for success when you get out. I know too many people who say they regret joining the Air Force and that it didn’t help them, but they never used the VA home loan, never contributed to their TSP, didn’t go to school while they were in and weren’t going to use their GI bill

@mrsandta 5 месяцев назад

The biggest pay increase the military could receive would be having their income tax exempt (both federal and state)

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

That would be dope. The money will hit like that deployment pay. Lol

@joelsanderson2021 5 месяцев назад

Facts military people should be exempt from taxes it's wild

@selsahmwishen2981 Месяц назад

@@Jodywithawhywhen do guys in basic training start earning and do they earn according to their ranks or the get paid according to rank after graduating technical school?

@jacobvoi5214 Месяц назад

good point

@mr-vet 4 месяца назад

My military retirement pay is around $4600/month (retired paygrade O-3E, 25.5 years of service) and I am 100% VA disabled with monthly compensation of just under $4K/month. I enlisted as an E-1 in 1989-base pay was about $600/month; at paygrade E-7 in 2004, base pay was about $3100/month-leap ahead 10 more years (after getting a direct commission), and my base pay at paygrade O-3E was around $6800/month. My last 10 years in the military I was stationed in the DC metro area, somI received a good chunk of change in housing allowance-it was around $3500/month

@Mr-ep2qi Месяц назад

Dam bro good for you and thank you for your service Sir 🙏 what branch were you in??

@jaylen6912 5 месяцев назад

Just finished basic , man it was a journey but your videos helped a lot

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Ayee, big congrats. I’m glad I could help. 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@yungsagejitsu 3 месяца назад

How is it ? I want to sign up too.

@TDK2K 4 месяца назад

Great video. I joined at as an old man 38 year old non-citizen E3 four years ago to do one 4 year enlistment to get my benefits and citizenship and dip out, but I've extended as a first term airman and plan on staying in longer just cause the benefits, medical, travel, compensation, discounts/free premium credit cards adds so much value for my family. Not to mention my job at my base is the cushiest position I've ever had. If you take all the benefits and pay into account it would be more than my previously stressful job that I worked for over a decade. If I could start over and was fortunate to be born in the great US of A I wouldn't even bother with college and join a military branch right out of high school.

@nonsomanu2775 4 месяца назад

What job do you have?

@Me-eb3wv 4 месяца назад

Thanks for the positive comment. I’m genuinely considering joining the navy (yeah it’s a different branch but the pay chart is the same) but your comment motivated me to walk an inch closer towards making that a reality

@itsallberrygood 3 месяца назад

You just encouraged me thanks!!!

@coolbreeze7132 2 месяца назад

What Bonus with credit cards do you get

@Jodywithawhy 2 месяца назад

I explain some Amex platinum benefits in this video. It might help. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-sqsCquEKNWo.htmlsi=FBQleR3BtH9AO3gY

@dunkenbronuts5019 5 месяцев назад

I always enjoy watching your videos Jody! I leave for BMT next month as an E3 since I have a bachelors degree already.

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Ayeee. Big congrats and good luck on the process. Thanks for supporting. 🙌🏽

@lucastsou7477 5 месяцев назад

Have fun! I went through BMT with a bachelor's degree too, you'll be surprised on the amount of people in your flight with degrees. Remember to move with a sense of urgency, sound off when necessary, don't take anything personally, and enjoy the moment!

@dunkenbronuts5019 5 месяцев назад

Good to know! Thanks for the advice friend!

@soy.ingrid 5 месяцев назад

What job?

@OscarHernandez-zv7ip 5 месяцев назад

@dunkenbronuts5019 Aye bruh same here Jan 30th

@markfennell1604 5 месяцев назад

My only advice to the younger military folks just recently joining is do not hesitate to go to sick call if you are hurting. that was my biggest mistake while i was in even though i was hurting i never went to sick call because toughness was always taught and also i was afraid it can hinder me from getting promoted. I finally got my 100% P&T now but it took me almost 10 years after i got out to get what i deserved.

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Mannnnn. I can’t stress that enough. Take care of yourselves. Glad you got your 100%. 🤙🏽

@REALYAADYEXTREME 5 месяцев назад

Didn’t know you could make claims while not being in the military

@francisbishop5158 4 месяца назад

@@REALYAADYEXTREMEits appeals of things that got rated while in the service or when ETSing. Like me I have back problems, the army can say 20% VA says 20% so it’s 20% but someone with the same injury has more I can appeal it and get it up

@MaalikAswad 2 месяца назад

Watching your videos I was able to pass Asvab and enlisted shipping in August thank you 🙏🏽

@Jodywithawhy 2 месяца назад

Ayeee. Big congrats and I’m glad I was able to help. Good luck on the rest of your journey. 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@jordanrichardson6525 Месяц назад

watching these videos seriously give me a proper insight on airforce life. got my bachelors degree and i’m 24. It’s never too late for change, excited for what’s next!!

@CBGMeechie 5 месяцев назад

Your videos help me with everything on my journey to go into the Air Force ship out next year in June thanks a lot man💪🏾

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

No problem at all. I’m glad I could help. 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@umm_NO2023 5 месяцев назад

Ill possibly see ya there brother

@CBGMeechie 5 месяцев назад

@@umm_NO2023 Hopefully🫡

@jdonrl6791 5 месяцев назад

I really appreciate you making these videos sir... I'm 18 and looking to go to BMT early next year!

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

No problem at all. I’m wishing you good luck throughout your journey. 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@hms.fortune5829 5 месяцев назад

Good luck man, I joined over a year ago and it changed my life for the better, I wish you the same

@user-jt5ov8qj2u 5 месяцев назад

Same ima join by next year by latest February/march. Ima give it my all.

@thevet2009 4 месяца назад

Let's not forget...pay and benefits are good until you look at the number of hours you will be working compared to civilian counterpart.

@Me-eb3wv 4 месяца назад

How many hours a week does the average enlisted work?

@thevet2009 4 месяца назад

@@Me-eb3wv Depends on branch, unit and your MOS...but it's a lot more than 40 hours a week.

@NarutoOnDope 16 дней назад

right now as a shift working im pulling 60 hours a week + randomly called in on day off for recalls. but that's the Army. IDK about the other branches.

@user-ef4np5xh4i 4 месяца назад

Great informative video!! You did an outstanding job clearly explaining everything!!!

@ShagWitTheBag 5 месяцев назад

Just got through MEPS, I’m in DEP waiting for a job opening then I’ll be going in as E3 baby! Happy holidays yall

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Ayee. Big congrats and good luck on the process. 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

@ShagWitTheBag 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy Thankyou sir

@justauser3553 5 месяцев назад

Wonderful video, as I almost graduated college and will be joining as an E3, and will get TA for my Master's Degree. Based on your video I will earn around the equivalent of 70K a year. Joining the military will allow me to marry my fiancè, get my MA, learn some skills, save for retirment, be indipendent and save some money. If you are smart with your money, its definitely a great career choice even as a college graduate.

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Not giving marriage advice, but that $70K will feel more real once you’re out of the dorms. Some people don’t like the logic I used in the video because they count the dorms and dining facility as free, which means their base pay is the only one that counts. Getting married allows you the privilege to move off base and collect the additional incomes. Good luck on your journey and thanks for the support.

@justauser3553 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy Thank you very much for your support and for all your informative work Sir! Yes, many people forghet how hard is to get a decent job these days, even after you graduate college with internships. The military is a more stable career, and in some AFSC you have a better work/life balance than some civilian careers. I strongly believe that it can lay the foundation for your future, and give you a point of reference and leverage if you ever plan to transition into the civilian world after vs going directly as a clueless 22 yrs old with little work experience, no discipline and no real salary and independence backing it up.

@IbnashJr 5 месяцев назад

Great video man 💯

@curtaviouspoe754 5 месяцев назад

Go the officer route pls

@justauser3553 5 месяцев назад

@@curtaviouspoe754 Becoming an officer is not easy, and takes minimum 1/2 years of uncertainty. I already have a side remote job and want to finish my Master's, if I am an officer I would have too much responsibility and to little time to do those things. When I finish my 4 year contract, and I see that Military life is for me, why not, otherwise I will work in the civilian sector.

@dapoet87 5 месяцев назад

I appreciate your videos man. I also appreciate the linkedin live videos too. Thank you for your info and help. I will commission in the Spring of 2024.

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Big congrats to you. I appreciate you supporting and good luck on your process. 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@shempaulmboya 5 месяцев назад

Another informative video from Jody, thanks Man.

@d_princeott7196 4 месяца назад

I enjoy your content, you simplify the complex structure of the airforce from pay to the jobs, I got a first hand look on everything I watch every video and they all where informational and well depicted, thanks for your tike and your research. Not to mention the quality of your videos. Continue to education and inspire. God bless... Go to Meps tomorrow morning wish me luck

@Jodywithawhy 4 месяца назад

I really appreciate that and I’m sending you good luck for tomorrow. If everything goes well, let us know so we can congratulate you. 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@d_princeott7196 4 месяца назад

Well, life threw me a curve ball, I have to get a waiver due to me seeing a counselor for anxiety and depression. So 9/10 is over with, but that's one thing that is controversial. I live in a small town where there's no jobs or lifestyle for someone with a business degree and I been here 2 years and I got stressed do due the enviorment and lack of incomeling coming in, but regualtions is regulations. The military is going downhill instead of understanding the circumstances of certain situations. But all is well....

@Jodywithawhy 4 месяца назад

This is a video on how to improve your chances of getting a waiver approved. It might help if you haven’t already watched it. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ynKjsxegEPE.htmlsi=XJmcjUl8jfHbe_-W

@danielayala9321 4 месяца назад

Started my enlistment process 💪🏾

@Mario-cs8lf 5 месяцев назад

Your videos are always helpful I used your videos to prepare myself for bmt and here I am at my first duty station finishing up in processing I’m still pretty nervous to start working operational on the flight line as a 2A635 hydraulics apprentice for c-130js but I hope the next few months go smoothly and not too stressful

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

I’m so glad I could help and good luck with the job. It’s going to take some getting used to, but once you get a system, things will start to smooth out. 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@theodoredinwiddie8655 5 месяцев назад

I’m going to use this video for annual feedback sessions! 💯

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

lol. Ayeee. My guy. 🤙🏽.

@johnlewis8934 5 месяцев назад

Great video appreciate the insight

@luanalavatai5010 2 месяца назад

THANK YOU 🤙🏾for all that you do to provide this type of information! Do you have a video about E3 filing taxes??

@Jodywithawhy 2 месяца назад

I don’t but they have people on base who will file your taxes for free. Your supervisor of first shirt should be able to hook you up with that info of who and where.

@hesantana702 Месяц назад

Ur a legend currently in process of speaking to recruiters rn

@johnkashed 4 месяца назад

Not to mention you pay 10% less everywhere, you get discounts on your services, and amenities are almost half the cost (as long as you live on base). So not only do you have a pay, and value, you also get discounts which could roundup to almost another $5,000

@karleatajones560 23 дня назад

Thank you for the video content. My recruiter got back to me I’m lit lol I leave for BMT soon 😂 ✊🏾 I come im as a E-3 or E-4 because my college credits according to my MSgt

@jonathanwstx 5 месяцев назад

This is a great breakdown for lower enlisted and those considering enlisting.

@strumminandwrenchin9162 5 месяцев назад

Unfortunately, as reservists we get none of those allowances unless on active duty orders.

@carlitosway2487 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for info!

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

No prob. 🤙🏽

@diagordon6581 Месяц назад

Would love to see this breakdown for reserves 😊

@RenzoJ7 Месяц назад

100% vouch for this. what's the reserves look like?

@LilEkul 5 месяцев назад

Going too BMT in three months🎉 March 5th I'll be shipping out and I'm prepping and excited for it!

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Ayeee. Congrats and good luck on the journey. 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@LilEkul 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy Thanks man😊 Watched your videos and tips on how too join the Air Force and etc. I waited five months😵 But the waiting was worth it thankfully😅👍

@Marcus44444 5 месяцев назад

@@LilEkulwhat job did you choose?

@LilEkul 5 месяцев назад

@@Marcus44444 Administration or 3F531/ 3F5X1. I don't know if they've changed the MOS titles but that's my job.

@Zinnshady 3 месяца назад

You’re almost there! BMT is gonna fly by and you’ll be operational wondering where the time went. Memorize the creed and the song!

@TylerFoster3810 5 месяцев назад

Great video Jody keep up the hard work man! I am new viewer on the channel so welcome me in. Can you do a video on the Top 30 Air force Jobs In 2024 just an video idea for you? And I like your videos man!

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

I think I can. It will take a lot of research, but it’s possible. 🤙🏽

@axuap 5 месяцев назад

I agree I think Jody should do like a job tier list 🙏

@nochilllwill 4 месяца назад

i really wish i had taken a more serious look at the air force when i was in high school instead of going to college, i would’ve thrived

@Popcoolboi Месяц назад

Ship out june 11 2024 kinda nervous im coming in as a e3 i’ll definitely bring those documents to get my pay grade up! Thanks

@youart9797 2 месяца назад

Thank you for the video. I was an AF civil service person who in now retired. I remember about 15 years ago a Tech Sargent in the AF left after 10 years to be able to "provide more for his family." He got a GS-09 civil service job in the same general area where he worked as a Tech with the target of being a GS-11 in a year to two. Well, long story a little bit longer he was a good guy but to his dismay after he paid taxes and health insurance, etc, etc ... he realized his final pay was less than when he was a Tech and he might get back to where he was as a Tech Sargent when he made GS-11. By the way, not complaining but if you are a civil service person who starts at 22 with a degree you have to work 34 years to make full retirement because the minimum retirement age is 57 in most career fields (no joke) I wish everyone the best, but it's always best to sit down and do that math before you do anything like change careers, retire, etc, etc. Good luck all.

@004Black 3 месяца назад

The pay and benefits sure have changed since 1979-84 when I was in the USCG. I received as an E-2 on isolated duty (lighthouse 4 miles off the coast of Maine) just $584/mo. I did get 2.5 weeks off every 5 weeks though. When you’re on a lighthouse and there’s only one other guy, you’re basically turning to 12-18 hours a day so having 2.5 weeks off was well earned.

@Tay04723 5 месяцев назад

Quit lying for RU-vid clicks I was in last year e3 overseas in Europe getting 1100 on the 1st and 15th that is poor and this increase doesn’t help out with inflation at all😂 my 1st year in I made 17k that is horrible

@participant6292 8 дней назад

What branch

@dannymacias6840 4 месяца назад

Just checked my stub i got a 20 dollar raise on my basic, and only got payed 2 dollars more in my BAH i was not surprised👏👏👏

@Me-eb3wv 4 месяца назад

😂

@vt4192 5 месяцев назад

Or just don’t do anything illegal, and get a govt job with a contractor. Pay is over 25 an hour and you have more freedom.

@Domschataccount 2 месяца назад

mind expanding on that? i need to get on that asap lol

@the_hunter_dooly 5 месяцев назад

This was a great line up for someone coming out of college not knowing what to do with their degree, a enlisted being in 56k range over all compared to other jobs coming out of college without purpose helps a lot 😄

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

If they use their degree and apply as an officer, they make substantially more than the $56K. However the officer route is a lot more competitive to join.

@the_hunter_dooly 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy I was def thinking that route what if I go enlisted but also bring in that degree are there any benefits? Thank for reply 😄👊🏻

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

You can come in as an E-3 going enlisted. It’s a lot quicker and easier process to go enlisted, but the pay and scope of responsibility is a lot less. After one year of being enlisted, you can apply to become an officer. The process is still competitive, but a lot of officer recruiters say going enlisted to officer gives you a better chance of being selected.

@the_hunter_dooly 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy ok ok thank you so much for this insight I was struggling to find information on this. College debt is something I’m concerned about but it’s my that priority 😄

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Joining enlisted at this time offers a $65K college loan repayment. Those funds aren’t indefinite, and can be gone within the next year. Just letting you know your options.

@kenlandon6130 День назад

The actual value is greater because military members aren't paying tax on their entire income, only the base pay. Whereas civilians pay tax on all non-fringe benefits.

@alfjones6377 4 месяца назад

Very informative! Just subscribed! Thank you! Have a question. Let's say I live in a dorm as E1.. Will that dorm take all my BAH? or lets say half of it? if the average BAH is about 1300. will $650 go to my dorm? will i be able to use the other half to pay for my rent, house back home? Thank you in advance and I hope you may clarify how i can use my BAH to both pay for my dorm or any military residence and also my home back home.

@Jodywithawhy 4 месяца назад

The only way you’d be able to collect BAH while in the dorms is if you have dependents. If you don’t have dependents, then all of your BAH will go to your dorm.

@gergelyvarju6679 24 дня назад

A brand new E3 (thanks to JROTC), if the chosen AFSC comes with some bonuses would have even more money. If they invest a bit... If you use the premium credit cards available, some other discounts for service, etc. that is far better, right?

@alesaenz_12 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for this video! 🎉😊

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

No prob. 🤙🏽

@mikathehusky3415 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for providing a non bias breakdown! So many people are giving fake info about pay and really discourage people from joining. How much of a difference would it be if I joined as an e3?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

An E-3 makes about $350 more a month. Keep in mind the numbers I said in this video are total compensation, but the cash in hand that you actually touch is what the younger enlisted members are complaining about.

@mikathehusky3415 5 месяцев назад

Ok thanks and is that an extra 350 for housing then another 350 for base pay? Is it also easy to advance to e4?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

That’s just an additional $350 to your base pay.

@Its_AdamYasmine 4 месяца назад

Hey Jody 👋🏾 Your videos have made me want to contact a recruiter but before I’ll like to know if signing a 6year contract still gives access to becoming an E-3 after tech school?? And also is it too risky to quick ship since you don’t know what job you’re getting even if you qualify for it? I’ve seen your videos on these subjects but just want to know if it still will be the same in 2024.🙂

@AnthonyGarcia-rb3ph 5 месяцев назад

Hey Jody good video, what if you're not on active duty but Airforce National Gaurd, Would you only get BHA pay and all benefits mentioned during Basic training and when you're studying in a dorm for your job in the military?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Yep. That’s exactly right. But you’d only receive the BAH and food allowance if you’re married. If you’re not married, they’ll deduct it because you’re living in the dorms. Once you’re back to your duty location, you’ll be paid for the weekend drill unless you get an active position.

@mistermethods2441 5 месяцев назад

Are you a recruiter also? I watched your video about the girl who needed the criminal waivers and I'm in the same boat. Was hoping to contact you regarding my situation if possible bro! Thanks.

@TheXbox36098 5 месяцев назад

Military members also pay less on taxes. I don’t pay state taxes and around 40% if my income ( BAH & BAS ) is tax free. That adds up.

@miguelsanabria3042 5 месяцев назад

Im 300 lbs and I’m really want to get into the Air Force in the 2024 I gonna work like crazy to loose all that fat and be ready of achieving my dream of getting into the Air Force

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

I love it. Keep us updated with your progress. There will be someone who needs your story a year or two from now. 🙌🏽🙌🏽

@KitchiHipHop 5 месяцев назад

can you go in depth about reserves housing and are the jobs guaranteed after tech school

@effectualdeity2 6 дней назад

I just wish I could’ve got my waiver approved, now im trying for the Army :)

@beachchicken6268 4 месяца назад

I have a question. I'm 18 graduated with a 4.0 weighted GPA and i'm in my freshman year at community college. Should i complete my associate in science and then join the air force or just go into the air force?

@ProdByJDB 5 месяцев назад

Great video Jody. I just swore in last Friday and I wanted to know, if I finish my degree while enlisted, am I able to become an officer?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Definitely. You can use your education benefits to complete the degree, then apply to become an officer. It’s not a guarantee you’d be accepted because it’s pretty competitive, but it’s very possible.

@superiortoall22 5 месяцев назад

I'm going to OTS in like two weeks. My advice is start being that go-to guy in the office and making bonds with people. When it comes time for people to write recommendation letters, you'll want people who can speak positively about you. Ive seen people who were super qualified for the job but didn't create the bonds or came from a new base and got turned away for an officer position. But definitely get that degree done! Masters even if you want to put on LT Colonel!

@ProdByJDB 5 месяцев назад

@@superiortoall22 will do! Thanks!

@ProdByJDB 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy trust me, I definitely plan on using those education benefits! Lol thanks for the response! Keep up the great work!

@alisonvalbuena1044 3 месяца назад

@@superiortoall22Hi, from your reply I’m guessing you’re enlisted and went the officer route and now you are on your way to OTS correct ?

@SamA-tk4or 5 месяцев назад

Hey Jody, thank you for your continual contribution to curious minds. I’m seriously considering joining the Air Force active duty. My hope is to resonate with someone out there because I know I can’t be the only one going through this. My wife was in the Army for the first 8yrs of our marriage. I have a job now that pays 45k a year but it’s not enough to support my wife and two sons. We live at my parents because we can’t afford to buy a home in this market. It’s worth more to my wife and I to have our children homeschool than placing them in daycare and public school so that she can work. I can move up in my job, but I’ll have to be there for 10+ years before breaking 65k. I don’t want to say Air Force is my last choice. My last choice is to stay where I am doing the same thing for years while wondering if it would have been better if I had joined the Air Force. My wife and I know what the military is like and feel like we can handle it. We decided that if I am to join the Air Force that I should go for OTS to become an Officer (I have a bachelors and a masters). I haven’t contacted an officer recruiter yet though I’m just looking for some thoughts or insight.

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

I would definitely say try the officer route if you can wait 12-18 months before going to OTS. If you need something to happen sooner, then the enlisted route may be the best option, and then try to commission from within the Air Force. Either way you’d be fine, however the officer route pays substantially more.

@SamA-tk4or 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy Since I’m in a state of neutrality with my job and living situation it’s in my family’s best interest to pursue the Officer route. My research of the military has led me to your videos and advice which has helped my decisions for the future! Thank you and Happy holidays!

@rmblacklightning 5 месяцев назад

Do it man. If you want change you need to be the change. Good luck to you and hope you and your family have a happy new year! 🥳

@nathlitakarnley7495 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhywhy does it take over a year to go to OTS?

@krismiller9911 5 месяцев назад

@nathlitakarnley7495 hi Nath, it is probably due to lack of job openings.

@Sirhoops__ 3 месяца назад

Does that 10k hit your account or is that taken out like the food and housing?

@mr5timewcwchamp Месяц назад

Was a little eye opening to see if have to make like $140-150k civilian side to take home what an O3 takes home.

@manny7662 5 месяцев назад

I’m 28 with an associates degree and 1 year of tech experience but I’m struggling with finding my next role. I’d like to work as an overseas contractor. Should I join the Air Force for that?

@tajeesymone6650 4 месяца назад

I have a few questions about the enlistment process how can we reach out to you?

@dmoney3737 5 месяцев назад

i just want to go 0311 but i have this damn peanut allergy that wont go away fast enough, it is slowly but cutoff age is 27

@mooviedude141 12 дней назад

The enlisted pay is terrible but I got out with an active TS and now between my salary and VA disability I'm make about $160k a year. Work smarter not harder folks.

@jonathanfernandez9205 5 месяцев назад

Can you do one for Air Force reserve

@alisams123 3 месяца назад

I want that too please

@HacknSpirits 5 месяцев назад

Hey @jodywithawhy Jody, thanks for all the value you’re putting out here. I have watched almost all your videos since I started thinking about joining. I have a masters degree and 8yrs of career experience in the healthcare industry. I have reached out to a recruiter near me but no response from them yet. Will probably go to their office sometime. Would it be better to go in as enlisted or as officer? If I do choose to go in as an officer, would it need to go in to BMT first before going to the OTS? For the tests, would I need to take the ASVAB first before taking the AFOQT?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

If you pursue the officer route you would not need to go to BMT or take the ASVAB. Those are both for enlisted members, however you would be required to take the AFOQT and go to OTS. Choosing whether to be an officer or enlisted member really comes down to preference and timing. Like do you have the time to wait 12-18 months to become an officer. Or do you need a job now. That’s usually the biggest deciding factor for most people when deciding.

@HacknSpirits 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy I don’t really need a job now. As a matter of fact, I just landed a new job and working towards obtaining an additional professional certification to boost my application but this information is very helpful.

@briannacc3983 Месяц назад

You can earn 100k (including housing allowance) a year as an o-3 in our military after 4 years of service.

@nashalitorres9069 4 месяца назад

Hey Jody I am trying to find a way to tell my mom that I want to join the Air Force. But every time I try to bring up the conversation she switch to another topic. I have spoke to my sister about it and she said that I should have thought about it before I had a child because who is going to take care of him. I am a single mom with a one year old how would you approach that situation. What would be your advice?

@Chloeeezyyy 3 месяца назад

Give the kid to its father

@lunyolieny4463 5 месяцев назад

i’m 18 i want to join the national guard in NE do you think there pay will help me with the cost of living such as food,shelter and medical care?

@hellothere9089 5 месяцев назад

I’ve made $55k the past two years. Time to join the Air Force

@senseidre5645 5 месяцев назад

what are ways for air national guard members to find full time work besides the weekends?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

You can apply for an AGR position(active guard and reserve). Those are competitive though, but if you get one you‘lol receive all active pay and benefits. There’s also the tech positions. Those get you a full time pay, however you’re not receiving the time points toward your retirement like active positions. Lastly, you can just seek civilian employment with your skills and experience.

@2Fit4Tech 5 месяцев назад

can you please drop a link for the BAH thats updated , i tries few websites some tell me different number then the others

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Here you go. www.military.com/benefits/military-pay/basic-allowance-for-housing. And here’s a bah calculator www.travel.dod.mil/Allowances/Basic-Allowance-for-Housing/BAH-Rate-Lookup/

@njpme 5 месяцев назад

This gotta be an USAF thing cause enlisted single Marines are gonna live in the barracks therefore no BAS or BAH. Base pay alone, they would struggle to hit $30k per year right next to broke asf class. 😂

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Air Force doesn’t receive their BAH or BAS while in the dorms either. But you have to count that pay, because without it you imagine trying to pay rent for those barracks and chow hall out of your base pay. Then you’d be poor.

@njpme 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy the thing is, the government got no choice but to house its military personnel. It's not an option. Whether funding it or directly providing housing, it's the same. Same for food, they give you the money or provide the food. It's mandated, not a favor.

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

If this were true wouldn’t that make it a perk? I mean since no civilian companies do it. I think what you want and what most other people want who make this argument is your cake and eat it too. You want the “free housing” plus the additional allowance. That would be too good to be true, and if it were it would take way more qualifications than a high school diploma to obtain. When I recruited I got the privilege to meet people who separated from the military, and they admitted they took everything for granted while in. It wasn’t until they were smacked in the face with reality that they realized those perks were everything.

@njpme 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy I'm not knocking it, because I'm a veteran. It was great not thinking about all the things that others would have to think about like housing, food and healthcare. It used to seem like a perk then, but I know this the bare minimum the government could provide. They have no choice. So is it really a perk? I think bundling it as a perk with a dollar value for recruitment is slightly misleading, but I get it. No if you mention Post-911, Vet-tech, Montgomery GI BILL, tuition assistance etc, COOL, now we have some tangible benefits outside of bare minimum expectations. Nothing personal against you bro, just my $0.02.

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

It’s really hard to combine the entire value one gets when joining. I try doing it at surface level, but yes you’re correct. Those other benefits you mentioned probably are more desirable, but man trying to include those as part of your value and pay is crazy, because not everyone will use them. It’s tough, but i guarantee our military members are worth more than their base pay.

@Brokehomie147 5 месяцев назад

Does the job you work in the Air Force also affect pay? Or is this solely based on rank and years of service?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

As a recruiting instructor I also receive an additional $300 a month. So that’s an extra $3,600 a year for me.

@njpme 5 месяцев назад

Majority rank and years of service

@superiortoall22 5 месяцев назад

Flyers can make upwards of $1000 extra from specialty pay after like 10 years in.

@rawshawn107 25 дней назад

What do those who do not live in the dorm get as a E3? I have to move out the dorm by July 2st. I what’s the best way to find off base housing?

@Jodywithawhy 25 дней назад

You first need to find out what your BAH is. Then once determining that, you can reach out to a realtor or do your own research on Zillow or similar sites. www.travel.dod.mil/Allowances/Basic-Allowance-for-Housing/BAH-Rate-Lookup/

@OL4L_X 5 месяцев назад

Thank God the first black man to Break it down correctly . 🤝

@prescottosegie 5 месяцев назад

I appreciate you explaining military pay Jay keep up the good work Sir 😎💪

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

No problem at all. 🙌🏽

@ThatshowIfeel 3 месяца назад

I want to join, how long would I have to wait?? Clean record , healthy just 40 years old.

@Jodywithawhy 3 месяца назад

Probably anywhere from 3-8 months of getting through the process and waiting to go to basic training.

@kaylastephens1276 2 месяца назад

I work as a local truck driver making around 65k a year bc of overtime.. dental/health/eye care included at low cost . Is it worth leaving a job like this for the Air Force coming in as a E3

@chastitysapp 5 месяцев назад

Is one able to be active duty in the Air Force and also have a civilian job(freelance, part-time, another full-time)? You’re making these RU-vid videos and some content creators get paid. I’m a software engineer with a bachelor’s degree; I’m curious to know if I can serve as an officer, maybe in the role of a developmental engineer and still freelance in the civilian world.

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Definitely. As long as you keep the main thing the main thing, the Air Force won’t care how many side jobs you have. But if they start affecting your performance, they may get involved.

@chastitysapp 5 месяцев назад

Thank you!@@Jodywithawhy

@ghoulishpugold2348 3 месяца назад

I was in the army for only 3 months and 26 days. Somehow I manage to save $5k as a E2... and I like. what? did I calculated something wrong? that was in 2022.

@SidewayzSedans 2 месяца назад

3 months 26 days ? What happened?

@ghoulishpugold2348 2 месяца назад

@@SidewayzSedans Anxiety, when to therapy and they send me to home. this Monday I going to the recruiter and see what can i do in order to return and do better.

@SidewayzSedans 2 месяца назад

@@ghoulishpugold2348 thank you for the update I hope your able to return and pursue whatever is leading you to choose to enlist

@rafaeldelrio9987 5 месяцев назад

Coming from the new york metro and also a line maintenance technician for a major airline, that 56,000 isnt shit im new york. Your too rich for public assistance and wont afford much in terms of housing

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Sad to say but $56K ain’t much in most places. Hell, $100K ain’t what it used to be.

@Kimr3llo 5 месяцев назад

Do you get BAH while you’re in basic training if you have a lease and are married?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

You do. It may take a little while before they get your pay right, but if this miss any payments they’ll back pay you everything owed.

@mr.mockingbrd 5 месяцев назад

The Army’s clothing allowance is enough for a single uniform lol

@mantonchannel6321 5 месяцев назад

Im going to bmt on January 2nd as 31b.

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Good luck. Enjoy these holidays. 🤙🏽

@mantonchannel6321 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy thanks you as well

@francisbishop5158 4 месяца назад

The pay rise is not worth it when they are rising things in post. CDC is rising prices, rumors of commissaries rising their prices

@HFShaf 5 месяцев назад

Stop iiiiit. Always a pleasure to see your videos sarge! Also did you figure out who I was yet? I was the one that had the highest blue bar in the tri-metrix back in the January 2022 class

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

I still don’t know. I know the class because y’all pointed out a blind spot of mine. Ever since then, I’ve been really working on not saying stop it. lol. I’m super aware of it now.

@j_dizzle_swizzle 5 месяцев назад

Nice LeBron Jersey 👌

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

My 🐐.

@normal1394 5 месяцев назад

Correct me if I’m wrong. But there has been talk floating around in my branch about a potential 30% increase for E6 and below. I haven’t read the proposal, but if any of y’all got info I’d love to hear it.

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

I haven’t heard that at all. It would be great to see if it did happen.

@sebasto6791 5 месяцев назад

Never happening lol

@ismailadiallo2970 5 месяцев назад

I’m in dep rn waiting to book a job

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Good luck on everything, and hopefully you get your #1 pick. 🙌🏽

@kyletolero3504 5 месяцев назад

Is there someone who is in college in other country but came in america as resident and then join the airforce?

@rfgexpress8830 Месяц назад

Lol my e-1 pay in 1983 was $595/month... I was poor

@williamgriffeyjr9805 5 месяцев назад

👍🏾✌🏾

@ololadeprecious3418 5 месяцев назад

Do they also pay for career fields apart from the rank and service

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Nope. Every career gets paid the same. However special warfare jobs and flight jobs make extra special pay.

@Tay04723 5 месяцев назад

Those bah and bas rates are way off and inflated or RU-vid the pay is worse than what he shows on this video

@JuttyRS16 5 месяцев назад

It is that true that you can’t join AF as a conditional green card holder ?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

Yes. That’s true.

@htown148 5 месяцев назад

You aint even mention the fat bonus they giving right now... my boy got 10k

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

I tried to keep it fair as possible, and not everyone gets bonuses, so I didn’t include them. But yea those bonuses can get pretty good.

@shadow_____. 5 месяцев назад

Anybody leaving for Bmt in February?

@NicoleBermz 4 месяца назад

Feb 6

@soy.ingrid 5 месяцев назад

Do you get to keep the revenue you make off of YT?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

I do. My channel isn’t an official Air Force channel, so I can monetize it. I just reinvest into better equipment so I can make better videos for you all. Stuff gets expensive.

@dapoet87 5 месяцев назад

How are you a real estate agent? Are you in the reserves?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

I’m active. You can have additional jobs in the military. As long as you keep the main thing the main thing.

@Jake-be9ji 5 месяцев назад

Does the Air Force actually check your credit? I have a date for my asvab coming up already but my recruiter hasn’t mentioned a thing about credit.

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

They will check your credit history if you’re over the age of 23, if you’re married or have dependents or if you get a top secret job. Outside of that they won’t.

@Jake-be9ji 5 месяцев назад

@@Jodywithawhy I’m 31 and a former actor. I have a bunch of old charges in collections from 7 years ago. Do I need to “settle” those even though they’re so old? Or can I get around that somehow?

@Jodywithawhy 5 месяцев назад

You’d have to get a financial waiver. Which means you’d have to start a payment plan on charges in collections. The way my squadron handled these, was applicants needed to show proof of two payments towards the collections, and also write a letter stating why it went to collections, why it won’t happen again and what they’re doing currently to correct the issue. Keep in mind, anytime a waiver is being done, the recruiter is expecting you to take any job they need you to fill. This is because a waiver is long and hard process to complete, so they need you to be willing to be flexible. I hope this helps and good luck.