PCS
CALCULATOR
Know your entitlements before you move. Weight allowance, DITY/PPM estimates, Temporary Lodging Expense, and MALT-Plus reimbursement — all in one place.
PCS Entitlement Calculator
DLA Rates by Rank (2026)
Dislocation Allowance -- one-time payment per PCS. Separate from TLE, per diem, and MALT.
| Rank | With Dependents | Without Dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $3,548.02 | $1,870.58 |
| E-2 | $3,548.02 | $2,025.26 |
| E-3 | $3,548.02 | $2,355.48 |
| E-4 to E-6 | $3,548.02 | $2,389.42 |
| E-7 | $3,551.31 | $2,468.19 |
| E-8 | $3,824.94 | $2,888.97 |
| E-9 | $4,149.51 | $3,147.54 |
| W-1 | $3,151.31 | $2,394.55 |
| W-2 | $3,643.75 | $2,860.70 |
| W-3 | $3,960.78 | $3,221.08 |
| W-4 | $4,323.11 | $3,832.45 |
| W-5 | $4,715.58 | $4,315.51 |
| O-1 | $3,085.23 | $2,273.82 |
| O-2 | $3,451.28 | $2,700.31 |
| O-3 | $4,041.88 | $3,404.11 |
| O-4 | $4,885.43 | $4,247.61 |
| O-5 | $5,542.06 | $4,583.51 |
| O-6 | $5,749.63 | $4,758.96 |
| O-7+ | $6,385.58 | $5,187.33 |
Move Types -- HHG vs PPM
The government contracts a moving company on your behalf. They pack, transport, and deliver your belongings. You pay nothing directly.
You manage your own move. The government pays you what it would have cost them via HHG. If you spend less, you keep the difference.
A combination: the government moves your large items (via HHG) and you personally move the rest (via PPM). You get reimbursed for the PPM portion.
MALT & Per Diem Quick Reference
MALT-Plus
Rate: $0.205/mile for POV travel (DTMO MAP 73-25(I), eff. Jan 1, 2026)
Per diem: Varies by location — standard CONUS: $178/day ($110 lodging + $68 M&IE)
Travel days: First day = 400 miles, each additional = 350 miles (JTR Ch. 3)
Note: Actual lodging reimbursed separately via receipts
Per Diem M&IE
Standard CONUS: $68/day meals & incidental (GSA FY2026)
High-cost areas: Up to $92/day
First & last day: 75% of M&IE rate
Source: GSA.gov per diem rates
PPM Profit Estimator
Your Move Details
Your Estimated Costs
Estimated PPM Profit
You Could Keep
$1,200
Estimates only. Actual GCC (Government Constructed Cost) varies by origin, destination, weight, and season. Get your official GCC quote from your Transportation Management Office (TMO) before deciding between HHG and PPM. PPM profit is taxable income. Keep all receipts and weigh tickets.
4 PCS Tips That Save You Money
Start DPS as early as possible
Defense Personal Property System (move.mil) -- open your shipment 120+ days out. The best peak-season slots disappear fast.
Keep every receipt
For PPM/DITY moves, weigh your vehicle empty AND full. Save fuel, tolls, and lodging receipts. You need them to get reimbursed.
File within 45 days of arrival
You have 45 days from your report date to file travel vouchers. Missing this deadline means losing entitlements permanently.
Use your TMO
Your Transportation Management Office processes government-arranged moves at no cost to you. They also advise on DITY vs. government-move tradeoffs.
Estimates only. Verify weight allowances and reimbursement rates with your local Transportation Management Office (TMO) before your move. DLA rates shown are based on FY2026 JTR data. Verify current rates with your unit S-1 or finance office before your move. Rates are based on current JTR (Joint Travel Regulations) and may change.
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Rates based on 2026 JTR and DFAS publications. Always verify with your TMO and finance office.