How much does a military officer make in Germany?
€53,170a year
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is €4,431 a month. estimate
- Approx. take-home per month
- €2,836
- Equals
- $55,990
- Compared with the median pay in Germany
- 1.2 times
- Data from
- 2022
Where Germany ranks among 111 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
What commissioned armed forces officers earn in Germany
Lowest 10%: €44,850Median: €53,170Highest 10%: €61,200
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $156,500 |
| 2. Norway estimate | $119,200 |
| 3. Australia | $119,100 |
| 16. Slovenia estimate | $61,110 |
| 17. Germany estimate | $55,990 |
| 18. Spain estimate | $45,630 |
| 111. Gambia estimate | $741 |
Similar jobs
Armed forces occupations
Frequently asked questions
How much does a military officer make a month in Germany?
The median gross salary is €4,431 a month, €53,170 a year.
How much does a military officer make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around €44,850 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than €61,200.
Which country pays a military officer the most?
Australia, with a median of $119,100 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a military officer make more in Germany or in Canada?
In Canada: $81,910 a year against $55,990 in Germany, 1.5 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2022. How we calculate