What are the BAH rates for Fort Bliss?

BAH rates for Fort Bliss are set by the DoD based on local rental costs and utilities. Fort Bliss has an affordability rating of 3.9/5. Use the DoD BAH calculator with the El Paso, Texas zip code for your specific rank and dependency status.

How is the housing at Fort Bliss?

Housing at Fort Bliss has a rating of 3.6/5. This includes both on-base housing options and off-base rentals near the installation. Families recommend researching waitlists and neighborhood options well before your PCS move.

How are the schools near Fort Bliss?

Schools near Fort Bliss have a rating of 3.7/5. Military families should review individual school districts, as quality can vary significantly by neighborhood. Contact the base School Liaison Officer for current enrollment guidance.

Are there spouse jobs near Fort Bliss?

Employment opportunities for spouses near Fort Bliss have a rating of 3.0/5. Job availability depends on the local economy, remote-work options, and military spouse preference programs.

What is it like to PCS to Fort Bliss?

PCS to Fort Bliss comes with tradeoffs. Families highlight Large military community as a top advantage, while Hot and humid summers is commonly noted as a challenge.

What is the overall rating for Fort Bliss?

Fort Bliss has an overall rating of review pending. This score reflects combined feedback on housing, schools, spouse employment, affordability, healthcare, and quality of life.

What healthcare options are available near Fort Bliss?

Healthcare near Fort Bliss has a rating of 3.6/5. Military families typically use the base clinic or nearby MTF for primary care, and TRICARE-network providers for specialists.

What are the pros and cons of Fort Bliss?

Families stationed at Fort Bliss cite these advantages: Large military community; Extensive Army support infrastructure; Affordable cost of living. Common challenges include: Hot and humid summers; Frequent deployments can strain families; Occasional training noise concerns.

What branch operates Fort Bliss?

Fort Bliss is a Military installation located in El Paso, Texas (CONUS). As a stateside Military base, Fort Bliss hosts active-duty and often reserve or guard units.

Where is Fort Bliss located?

Fort Bliss is located in El Paso, Texas. Geographic coordinates: 32.2464°N, -106.3743°W.

What MWR and family programs are at Fort Bliss?

Fort Bliss offers Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs for Military service members and their families, including fitness centers, libraries, youth programs, and recreational activities.

What is the BAH zip code for Fort Bliss?

The BAH rate for Fort Bliss is keyed to the duty station zip code (El Paso, Texas). Use the DoD BAH calculator at defensetravel.dod.mil with the specific zip code, your rank, and dependency status. As a CONUS Military installation, Fort Bliss uses the standard BAH rate structure with no OHA or COLA.

How long is a typical PCS tour at Fort Bliss?

Standard Military PCS tours at Fort Bliss run 2-4 years for active-duty members. CONUS tours may include a 12-month remote or unaccompanied tour option for short-cycle assignments.

Fort Bliss

U.S. ARMYCONUSEl Paso, Texas

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TIMEZONEAmerica/Chicago

BAH$1,809/mo · E-05 w/ deps · 2026 · MHA TX279

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LISTINGS NEAR FORT BLISS

Fort Bliss Base PharmacyPHARMACY · Pharmacy · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Fort Bliss MWR Recreation CenterMWR · Morale Welfare Recreation · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
TRICARE Service Center Fort BlissHEALTHCARE · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ DSN 744-4000
USO El Paso at Fort BlissUSO · USO Center · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ 915-569-5644
William Beaumont Army Medical CenterHOSPITAL · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ DSN 744-2000
Abrams Physical Fitness CenterACTIVE_LIFE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (254) 287-2016
Academy Bank - Fort BlissFINANCIAL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (915) 568-6510
Alamo Heights Farmers MarketRETAIL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (121) 036-7467
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills TrainingMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training - Fort BlissPERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Services · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1 (915)744-2710
Aquatic Centers - JB San Antonio-LacklandLOCAL_SERVICES · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Aquatics Training CenterMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Aquatics Training Center - Fort BlissFITNESS · Fitness · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (915) 741-5901
Army Base Fort HoodMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Army Community ServiceMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (191) 556-9537
Army Community Service - Fort BlissPERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Services · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1 (915)569-5375
Army Emergency ReliefMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (191) 556-9837
Army Emergency Relief - Fort BlissSECURITY · Safety And Security · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1 (915)569-4227
Army Family Action PlanMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (191) 556-9550
Army Family Action Plan - Fort BlissFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Support · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (866) 436-6290
Army Family Team BuildingMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Army Family Team Building - Fort BlissPERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Services · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1 (915)569-5500
Army Volunteer CorpsMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (191) 556-9550
Army Volunteer Corps - Fort BlissPERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Services · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1 (915)569-5500
Audie L. Murphy Memorial VA HospitalHOSPITAL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (121) 061-7530
Austin Outpatient ClinicMEDICAL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Auto CraftsMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Auto Crafts - Fort BlissAUTO_SERVICES · Auto Hobby Shop · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (915) 568-7024
Balcones Heights Outpatient ClinicMEDICAL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (121) 073-2180
Barber Shop (NEX)- NAS KingsvilleRETAIL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Base Education CenterMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (130) 254-6799
Base OperatorMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (191) 556-8212
Bastrop 1832 Farmers MarketRETAIL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Belton Market DaysRETAIL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (915) 493-9873
Biggs ParkMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (191) 574-4898
Biggs Park - Fort BlissRECREATION · Recreation · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1 915-744-8984
Biggs Physical Fitness CenterACTIVE_LIFE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (804) 714-4075
Biggs Physical Fitness Center - Fort BlissFITNESS · Fitness · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (915) 741-5901
Bingo BlissMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (191) 574-4842
Bingo Bliss - Fort BlissRECREATION · Recreation · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1 (915)744-8427
BOSS: Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers - Fort BlissPERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Services · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Bronco Youth Center (CYS) - Fort HoodRECREATION · Youth Programs · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Brownsville Elementary SchoolEDUCATION · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (956) 546-1805
Brownsville Farmers’ MarketRETAIL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Bullseye GrillDINING · Restaurants And Dining · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Bullseye Grill - Fort BlissDINING · Dining · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1 (915)568-2983
Cactusflower Boutique & GiftsRETAILbe the first · n=0☎ (136) 159-2071
Camp BowieMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Camp MabryMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (151) 278-2510
Camp MarbyMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0

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