2 MILITARY HOUSING AREAS IN WASHINGTON -- 2026 RATES
2026 BAH Rates in Washington -- Every Military Installation
Washington State hosts Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) and Naval Base Kitsap. The Puget Sound region drives higher BAH rates compared to national averages.
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MHAs
Installations
$2,556
JBLM-Tacoma
Highest E-5 w/ Deps
$2,364
Kitsap-Bremerton
Lowest E-5 w/ Deps
100%
Tax-free
Tax Status
BAH Rates by Installation -- Washington
Monthly rates with dependents. Sorted by E-5 rate (highest first).
| Installation | E-5 w/ Deps | E-7 w/ Deps | O-3 w/ Deps |
|---|---|---|---|
| JBLM-Tacoma, WA | $2,556 | $2,994 | $3,123 |
| Kitsap-Bremerton, WA | $2,364 | $2,844 | $3,045 |
Source: DoD BAH rate tables, effective January 1, 2026. All rates shown with dependents.
Top Installations in Washington
Kitsap-Bremerton, WATax-free
E-5 w/ Deps
$2,364
E-7 w/ Deps
$2,844
O-3 w/ Deps
$3,045
How BAH Works in Washington
- BAH is tax-free and paid monthly alongside your base pay
- Rates are set by Military Housing Area (MHA) -- not your specific ZIP code
- "With dependents" rate applies if you have a spouse, child, or other qualifying dependent
- You keep the difference if you find housing below your BAH rate
- Rates are updated annually on January 1 and guaranteed not to decrease mid-year
- Washington has 2 distinct MHAs, each with unique rates based on local housing costs
Calculate your total military compensation -- base pay + BAH + BAS in one place.
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2026 rates per official DoD BAH tables, effective January 1, 2026. Always verify your specific rate with the official DoD BAH calculator. Source: Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO).