BAH for an E-5 with dependents in the Santa Fe/Los Alamos, Nm military housing area is $2,964.00/month in 2026 (tax-free).
BAH rates are set annually by the Department of Defense based on local rental market surveys. Rates vary by pay grade, dependency status, and location.
The Santa Fe/Los Alamos, Nm Military Housing Area (MHA NM210) covers service members stationed in and around Santa Fe/Los Alamos, Nm. If your duty station falls in this MHA, this is your BAH rate.
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.