Complete 2026 BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing) rates for the Norfolk/Portsmouth, Va military housing area, without dependents.
| Pay grade | Monthly BAH |
|---|---|
| E1 | $1,707.00 |
| E2 | $1,707.00 |
| E3 | $1,707.00 |
| E4 | $1,707.00 |
| E5 | $1,908.00 |
| E6 | $2,043.00 |
| E7 | $2,235.00 |
| E8 | $2,463.00 |
| E9 | $2,487.00 |
| W1 | $2,166.00 |
| W2 | $2,460.00 |
| W3 | $2,496.00 |
| O1 | $2,022.00 |
| O2 | $2,367.00 |
| O3 | $2,505.00 |
| O4 | $2,601.00 |
| O5 | $2,625.00 |
BAH is tax-free. Rates are set annually by DoD based on local rental market data.
Data: 2026 military pay tables (DoD), BAH rates, and VA compensation schedules as bundled in the VetPaycheck app. Last updated 2026-10-11. Figures are monthly gross before taxes. For planning only; verify with DFAS/VA.