How Do You Calculate Military Housing Allowance?
Military service members are entitled to a military housing allowance if they are not living in the barracks or housing provided by the military. There are a few things that play into the calculation of basic housing allowance (BAH) which is a nontaxable allowance. Determine your rank. Military BAH rates are dependent on the rank of the military member and increases as promotions are obtained. Determine if you are eligible for the single or with dependents BAH rate. The single military BAH rate is generally 25% less than the with dependents rate. Even if you are not married, you may still be eligible for the with dependents rate if you are supporting children or dependent parents. Find the correct zip code. While you are in training, BAH is based on the zip code where your dependents live. After training is complete and you are assigned to your first permanent duty station, BAH is determined based on the zip code of the military post. Visit the Department of Defense website listed in t
