Please do.
I make ok money. But I have been in for almost 8 years. Its enough for a couple credit cards, my Titan and a cheap apartment........and beer.
I would hope that a civilian that does a similar job that puts 8 years in makes more than me.
Im not saying I think we should make more. If I want more I will get promoted. Which is why Im going to the board in January. I want more money for mods and Im sick of getting told what to do and answering to idiots that out-rank me.
A private make squat. especially if he isnt married and lives in the barracks.
Officers make a hell of alot more than an enlisted soldier does.