Is BAH the same for all ranks?

No. BAH increases with pay grade. E-5 is shown here as the most common enlisted grade.

What is BAH in Washington, Dc Metro Area for E-5 with dependents?

Q: What is BAH in Washington, Dc Metro Area for E5?

$3,132.00 per month with dependents in 2026.

$3,132.00/mo

E-5 BAH with dependents, Washington, Dc Metro Area, 2026 (tax-free)

BAH for an E-5 with dependents in the Washington, Dc Metro Area military housing area is $3,132.00/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.

About BAH in Washington, Dc Metro Area

The Washington, Dc Metro Area Military Housing Area (MHA DC053) covers service members stationed in and around Washington, Dc Metro Area. If your duty station falls in this MHA, this is your BAH rate.

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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.

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