How much does a military officer make in Ireland?
€64,580a year
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is €5,382 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $72,980
- Compared with the median pay in Ireland
- 1.5 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Ireland 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 Ireland
Lowest 10%: €54,470Median: €64,580Highest 10%: €74,340
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $156,500 |
| 2. Norway estimate | $119,200 |
| 3. Australia | $119,100 |
| 9. United Kingdom estimate | $76,820 |
| 10. Ireland estimate | $72,980 |
| 11. Italy estimate | $67,010 |
| 111. Gambia estimate | $741 |
Similar jobs
Armed forces occupations
Frequently asked questions
How much does a military officer make a month in Ireland?
The median gross salary is €5,382 a month, €64,580 a year.
How much does a military officer make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around €54,470 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than €74,340.
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 Ireland or in Canada?
In Canada: $81,910 a year against $72,980 in Ireland, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate