Alaska BAH Calculator
Estimate Alaska BAH using Alaska-specific profile rates. Alaska BAH rates are elevated due to remote location costs, harsh climate housing requirements, and limited housing supply near military installations. Major bases include Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) near Anchorage, Fort Wainwright near Fairbanks, and Eielson AFB. Combined with COLA payments of $300 to $700 per month, Alaska assignments offer competitive total compensation despite challenging conditions.
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Key Standards
Important Notes
- -Alaska is non-foreign OCONUS
- -COLA paid on top of BAH
- -Heating costs significantly impact housing
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Alaska BAH calculator for 2025. Elevated rates due to remote location and high heating costs. JBER (Anchorage), Fort Wainwright (Fairbanks), Eielson AFB. COLA on top of BAH. E5 with dependents: approximately $2,400-$2,800/month.
Disclaimer: This calculator uses publicly available rules effective as of Jan 1, 2025 (version 1.0). Results are for informational purposes only. Always verify with official sources or a qualified professional. Last reviewed: Mar 1, 2026.
Formula
Alaska has its own BAH profile separate from CONUS, reflecting unique housing market conditions in Fairbanks, Anchorage, and remote base areas. The DoD sets Alaska BAH rates based on local rental surveys that account for higher heating costs and limited housing stock.
United States FAQs
Do I get COLA in Alaska?
Yes. Alaska is OCONUS so COLA is paid on top of BAH and base pay. Fairbanks COLA is higher than Anchorage.
Why is Alaska BAH high?
Limited housing, extreme heating costs (winters reach -40F), remote location increasing all construction and shipping costs.
Fairbanks vs Anchorage BAH?
Anchorage (JBER) slightly higher BAH. Fairbanks has higher COLA due to more extreme conditions.
On-base housing in Alaska?
Available at JBER, Wainwright, Eielson. Many families prefer on-base to avoid worrying about heating bills exceeding BAH.
Alaska PCS entitlements?
Higher weight allowance for cold weather gear, DITY supplements, and temporary lodging allowance for Alaska moves.
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