🇺🇸 BAH Calculator
BAH calculator estimates your Basic Allowance for Housing by pay grade, duty location, and dependent status. Rates range from approximately $800/month for an E-1 in a low-cost area to over $4,000/month for senior officers in high-cost locations like San Diego or Washington D.C. Use this free tool to plan your military housing budget before PCS moves.
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Key Standards
Important Notes
- -BAH rates vary by over 300 Military Housing Areas (MHAs)
- -Rates are based on median rental costs in each MHA
- -Service members absorb a portion of housing cost (out-of-pocket)
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Formule
BAH depends on three factors: pay grade (E-1 through O-10), whether you have qualifying dependents, and the housing cost category for your duty area. The DoD surveys local rental markets annually to set rates for each of the roughly 300 Military Housing Areas across the U.S.
Questions Frequentes
What is BAH?
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) is a non-taxable monthly payment to help service members cover housing costs. It is based on median rental costs in your duty location, adjusted for pay grade and whether you have dependents.
How is BAH calculated?
DoD surveys rental costs in over 300 Military Housing Areas (MHAs) annually. BAH covers a target percentage of median rent, utilities, and renter insurance for your pay grade. You absorb a small out-of-pocket amount.
Does BAH change every year?
Yes. New rates are published each January 1 based on updated housing cost surveys. In high-cost areas, BAH can increase significantly year over year. Rate protection means your BAH cannot decrease while at the same duty station.
Is BAH taxable?
No. BAH is a non-taxable allowance. It is not reported as income on your W-2 and is not subject to federal or state income tax. This makes BAH more valuable dollar-for-dollar than regular taxable pay.
What is the difference between BAH with and without dependents?
BAH-With is higher than BAH-Without, typically 20-40% more depending on pay grade and location. You receive BAH-With if you have a spouse, children, or other dependents. Single service members without dependents receive BAH-Without.
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