Allowances

Military Pay Allowances

Military pay includes a number of components including allowances. These allowances can be a major portion of a service members pay based on location, status and pay-grade. Often the living conditions are not optimal and the allowances are designed to compensate service members for living costs and are tax-free. We have included a number of articles that explain these allowances and how to make sure you satisfy the requirements.

Military Pay - Allowances

Your 2022 BAH rates

Here Are Your 2024 BAH Rates

The 2024 BAH rates (or Basic Allowance for Housing) are designed to meet current housing costs.

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2024 Basic Allowance for Subsistence (BAS) Rates

Basic Allowance for Subsistence (BAS) pays for the cost of a military member's meals when dining at their permanent duty...

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CONUS Cost-of-Living Allowance

The CONUS COLA Rates are now available! Rates have changed for nearly every military housing area.

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Overseas Housing Allowances

OHA and MIHA are available for military members and their families who are serving on PCS orders overseas

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2024 Military Clothing Allowances

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