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Current Basic Allowance for Housing rates for major military installations in the area. Rates are updated annually and may vary by zip code and rank.
| Location | Zip Codes | With Dependents | Without Dependents |
|---|---|---|---|
Fort Belvoir Area E-5 (Sample rates - vary by rank) | 22060, 22079, 22039, 22315 | $2,634 | $2,226 |
Pentagon Area E-5 (Sample rates - vary by rank) | 22202, 22204, 22206, 22301 | $3,024 | $2,556 |
Quantico Area E-5 (Sample rates - vary by rank) | 22134, 22572, 22556, 22192 | $2,634 | $2,226 |
Loudoun County E-5 (Sample rates - vary by rank) | 20147, 20148, 20152, 20176 | $2,634 | $2,226 |
Note: Rates shown are for E-5 and above. Junior enlisted rates vary by rank. BAH rates are updated annually and can vary significantly by specific zip code and rank.
For the most current and accurate BAH rates by your specific zip code and rank, use the official DOD lookup tool:
Official DOD BAH Rate Lookup Tool →travel.dod.mil - Updated with official 2025 rates
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