The 2026 pay raise military proposal includes a 3.8% increase to active duty basic pay, set to take effect January 1, 2026. Retirees will also see the same adjustment since military retirement pay is linked to active duty pay. FederalPensionAdvisors breaks down what this means for service members’ pensions, take‑home income, and future financial planning. https://www.federalpensionadvisors.com/post/2026-military-pay-raise