Does US Navy pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, US Navy employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at US Navy. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at US Navy?

65% of US Navy employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated US Navy 2.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 4.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at US Navy?

Electronics Technician (655) , E5 - Navy - Petty Officer Second Class (607) , Hospital Corpsman (578) , Logistics Specialist (455) , Officer (403) , E6 - Navy - Petty Officer, First Class (364) , E7 - Navy - Chief Petty Officer (341) , Naval Officer (323) , Information Systems Technician (322) , Nuclear Machinist Mate (299) , Surface Warfare Officer (259) , Nuclear Submarine Officer (250) , Aviation Electronics Technician (243) , Avionics Technician (214) , Nuclear Electricians Mate Navy (209)

What are the pros of working at US Navy according to real employee reviews?

"It's got great benefits and you get out of it what you put into it" ((in 4027 reviews)); "The pay Is good depending on rank and the majority of it is not taxed which is nice." ((in 1515 reviews)); "It's pretty nice that you have great job security for the length of our contract" ((in 1130 reviews)); "Fulfilling work and you get to meet great people while traveling and earning a paycheck." ((in 929 reviews)); "great opportunities to advance my knowledge and gain medical experience going into the profession i love." ((in 786 reviews))

What are the cons of working at US Navy according to real employee reviews?

"Poor leadership leads to high turnover and increased sharing of individuals recommending others to not join." ((in 1284 reviews)); "No work/life balance and unorganized" ((in 850 reviews)); "Having to be away from family and long hours sometimes" ((in 675 reviews)); "Poor management but improving" ((in 300 reviews)); "Time off depends on rate(job) and whether or not station on a sea or shore ballet." ((in 266 reviews))

What are employees saying about US Navy layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about US Navy layoffs and their outlook for job security at US Navy in 2026.

US Navy reviews

3.8

65% would recommend to a friend

(32,046 total reviews)

Hung Cao

100% approve of CEO

56% positive business outlook

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US Navy has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 32,046 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The US Navy employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Gouvernement et administration publique industry (3.6 stars).

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32K reviews

5.0

Sep 25, 2009

US Navy...gain respect and responsibility decades ahead of your civilian counter-parts!

Master chief petty officer

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CEO approval

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Pros

The Navy trained me to do my job well and there is plenty of mentoring along the way. Proficiency and skill building culture, as well as a unique Navy culture, build a lot of pride and sense of belonging. Families are considered part of the bargain and they are well taken care of.

Cons

The Navy will suck the life out of you. Hard work is the best reward. In order to advance or promote, a person really has to be "extremely" competetive...the ultimate company man. Also, the leadership espouses equal opportunity and diversity, but it is mighty male and white in the senior ranks.

4.0

Sep 20, 2009

Great oppourtunities!

Anonymous employee

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Pros

Great benefits. A chance to travel. Money for college.

Cons

Away from family a lot. Does not pay the same as a civilian job would for more technical jobs.

4.0

Sep 11, 2009

US Navy - Great Opportunities and Experiences

e6 - navy - petty officer, first class

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Pros

Teaches responsibility, hard work, and how to adapt to challenging situations. Provides the tools to succeed within the organization and beyond.

Cons

Very demanding on family life. The line between officer and enlisted as defined by a four year degree is obsolete. Many enlisted acquire equal or greater education after joining yet receive no additional compensation with the exception of an inadequate commissioning program. Quality of life difference between officer and enlisted is synonymous with "lords and peasants" of the 13th century.

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