How many troops are in the US military? – USAFacts

2.1M
63%
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Troops in the armed forces by fiscal year and by type
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Troops in the armed forces by type and branch, June 2024
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Active duty troops stationed abroad, June 2024
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Active duty troops stationed in the US, June 2024
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The analysis was generated with the help of AI and reviewed by USAFacts for accuracy.
USAFacts endeavors to share the most up-to-date information available. We sourced the data on this page directly from government agencies; however, the intervals at which agencies publish updated data vary.
The Defense Manpower Data Center provides data on Department of Defense personnel and workforce. Its data includes information on active-duty troops, military and civilian personnel, and reserve troops.
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