Marine Corps V-22 pilot pay ranges from $49,800 to $122,600 annually

Based on · First reported 3 Oct 2026

A Marine Corps V-22 Osprey pilot is paid under the U.S. military officer compensation system, with rank, years of service, aviation incentive pay and allowances determining the overall package, and the 2026 DFAS officer basic‑pay table lists monthly basic pay of $4,150.20 for an O‑1, $6,617.70 for an O‑2, $8,375.70 for an O‑3 and $10,214.40 for an O‑4, which translate to roughly $49,802, $79,412, $100,508 and $122,573 in annual basic pay respectively.
The 2025 median annual wage for commercial pilots reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics is $123,220, and the FAA now formally recognizes powered‑lift as a separate aircraft category distinct from helicopters and airplanes.

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