What are the BAH rates for Fort Carson?

BAH rates for Fort Carson are set by the DoD based on local rental costs and utilities. Fort Carson has an affordability rating of 3.3/5. Use the DoD BAH calculator with the Colorado Springs, Colorado zip code for your specific rank and dependency status.

How is the housing at Fort Carson?

Housing at Fort Carson has a rating of 3.3/5. 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 Carson?

Schools near Fort Carson have a rating of 3.6/5. 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 Carson?

Employment opportunities for spouses near Fort Carson have a rating of 3.8/5. Job availability depends on the local economy, remote-work options, and military spouse preference programs.

What is it like to PCS to Fort Carson?

PCS to Fort Carson comes with tradeoffs. Families highlight Large military community as a top advantage, while Frequent deployments can strain families is commonly noted as a challenge.

What is the overall rating for Fort Carson?

Fort Carson 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 Carson?

Healthcare near Fort Carson has a rating of 3.7/5. 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 Carson?

Families stationed at Fort Carson cite these advantages: Large military community; Major metro area amenities; Comprehensive family support services. Common challenges include: Frequent deployments can strain families; High cost of living; Traffic congestion near main gates.

What branch operates Fort Carson?

Fort Carson is a Military installation located in Colorado Springs, Colorado (CONUS). As a stateside Military base, Fort Carson hosts active-duty and often reserve or guard units.

Where is Fort Carson located?

Fort Carson is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Geographic coordinates: 38.7415°N, -104.7795°W.

What MWR and family programs are at Fort Carson?

Fort Carson 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 Carson?

The BAH rate for Fort Carson is keyed to the duty station zip code (Colorado Springs, Colorado). 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 Carson uses the standard BAH rate structure with no OHA or COLA.

How long is a typical PCS tour at Fort Carson?

Standard Military PCS tours at Fort Carson 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 Carson

U.S. ARMYCONUSColorado Springs, Colorado

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TIMEZONEAmerica/Denver

BAH$2,358/mo · E-05 w/ deps · 2026 · MHA CO046

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Evans Army Community HospitalHOSPITAL · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ DSN 691-4000
Fort Carson Bowling CenterENTERTAINMENT · Bowling · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Fort Carson MWR OfficeMWR · Morale Welfare Recreation · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
USO Colorado on Fort CarsonUSO · USO Center · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ 719-524-1340
Advance Auto Parts Colorado SpringsAUTO_SERVICES · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 570-5441
Adventure ProgramMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Adventure Program - Fort CarsonRECREATION · Recreation · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1(719)526-5176
Army Community ServiceMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-4783
Army Community Service - Fort CarsonPERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Services · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1(719)526-4590
Army Emergency ReliefMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-4783
Army Emergency Relief (AER) Fort CarsonFINANCIAL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-4357
Army Emergency Relief - Fort CarsonSECURITY · Safety And Security · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1(719)526-4783
BaseMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Base OperatorMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-5811
Before and After School Care Programs - Fort CarsonFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Support · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 382-1067
Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) - Fort CarsonPERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Services · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1(719)338-0493
Buckley Air Force BaseMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (720) 847-6444
Buckley Space Force BaseBEAUTY · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (720) 847-6681
Burger King Fort CarsonDINING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-2935
Candlewood SuitesHOTEL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Candlewood Suites - Fort CarsonLODGING · Base Lodging · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1(719)526-4832 | +1 719-374-9158
Cheyenne Mountain Shooting ComplexMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex - Fort CarsonRECREATION · Recreation · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1 (719)896-6196
Cheyenne Shadows Golf ClubACTIVE_LIFE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (805) 245-8481
Cheyenne Shadows Golf Club - Fort CarsonRECREATION · Recreation · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1 719-526-4122
Child and Youth Services - Fort CarsonFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Support · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-5977
Chilis Grill and Bar Colorado SpringsDINING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 576-7755
Colorado Christian UniversityMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Colorado Christian University - Fort CarsonEDUCATION · Education · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 867-5800
Colorado Springs Installation DirectoryMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Colorado State University - PuebloMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Colorado State University - Pueblo - Fort CarsonEDUCATION · Education · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 549-2462
Costco Colorado SpringsSHOPPING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 570-6700
CWT SatoTravel Fort CarsonTRAVEL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-1361
Elkhorn Catering and Conference CenterMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Elkhorn Catering and Conference Center - Fort CarsonDINING · Dining · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 576-6646
Ellis Outdoor PoolACTIVE_LIFE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-4456
Ellis Outdoor Pool - Fort CarsonRECREATION · Recreation · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1(719)526-4456
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Fort CarsonEDUCATION · Education · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-8066
Employment ReadinessMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (800) 342-9647
Employment Readiness - Fort CarsonPERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Services · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1(719) 524-3816
Evans Army Community HospitalHOSPITAL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-7000
Family Child CareMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-1101
Family Child Care - Fort CarsonFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Support · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-4590
Family HomesMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (888) 718-7234
Family Homes - Fort CarsonHOUSING · Housing · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ +1(719)579-1606
Fort CarsonMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Fort Carson Army Community ServiceMILITARY_BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (719) 526-4590
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