What are the BAH rates for Fort Shafter?

BAH rates for Fort Shafter are set by the DoD based on local rental costs and utilities. Fort Shafter has an affordability rating of 3.6/5. Use the DoD BAH calculator with the Honolulu, Hawaii zip code for your specific rank and dependency status.

How is the housing at Fort Shafter?

Housing at Fort Shafter has a rating of 3.5/5. 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 Shafter?

Schools near Fort Shafter 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 Shafter?

Employment opportunities for spouses near Fort Shafter have a rating of 3.9/5. Job availability depends on the local economy, remote-work options, and military spouse preference programs.

What is it like to PCS to Fort Shafter?

PCS to Fort Shafter comes with tradeoffs. Families highlight Comprehensive family support services as a top advantage, while Frequent deployments can strain families is commonly noted as a challenge.

What is the overall rating for Fort Shafter?

Fort Shafter 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 Shafter?

Healthcare near Fort Shafter has a rating of 3.3/5. 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 Shafter?

Families stationed at Fort Shafter cite these advantages: Comprehensive family support services; Large military community; Extensive Army support infrastructure. Common challenges include: Frequent deployments can strain families; High cost of living; Occasional training noise concerns.

What branch operates Fort Shafter?

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

Where is Fort Shafter located?

Fort Shafter is located in Honolulu, Hawaii. Geographic coordinates: 21.3452°N, -157.8832°W.

What MWR and family programs are at Fort Shafter?

Fort Shafter 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 Shafter?

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

How long is a typical PCS tour at Fort Shafter?

Standard Military PCS tours at Fort Shafter 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 Shafter

U.S. ARMYCONUSHonolulu, Hawaii

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TIMEZONEPacific/Honolulu

BAH$3,663/mo · E-05 w/ deps · 2026 · MHA HI408

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LISTINGS NEAR FORT SHAFTER

USO Fort ShafterUSO · USO Center · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ 808-744-9404
24 Hour Fitness AieaFITNESS · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 487-1122
24 Hour Fitness Salt LakeFITNESS · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 841-1122
7-Eleven MoanaluaSHOPPING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 841-2200
ABC Stores HonoluluSHOPPING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 841-6466
Ace Hardware Salt LakeSHOPPING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 841-0191
Aiea Bay Fitness TrailFITNESS · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Aiea District Park GymFITNESS · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 484-3121
Aiea Playground and RecRECREATION · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Ala Moana Beach ParkRECREATIONbe the first · n=0
Ala Moana CenterSHOPPINGbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 955-9517
Ala Moana Center Food CourtDINING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 955-9517
Aloha BowlRECREATION · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 841-9300
Anytime Fitness Salt LakeFITNESS · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 843-1100
Army Community Service Fort ShafterFAMILY_SUPPORT · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-6404
Army Education CenterEDUCATION · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2315
Army Emergency Relief Fort ShafterFAMILY_SUPPORT · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-3006
Auto Skills CenterAUTO_SERVICESbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2410
Bank of Hawaii Fort ShafterFINANCIAL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-6403
Bank of Hawaii Fort Shafter BranchFINANCIAL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-6500
Bank of Hawaii Salt LakeFINANCIAL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 841-6100
Barber ShopPERSONAL_CARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2390
Base OperatorCOMMUNICATIONS · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2000
Beauty SalonPERSONAL_CAREbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2395
Behavioral Health Fort ShafterHEALTHCARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 433-8600
Best Western The Plaza HotelLODGING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 836-3001
Bishop Museum HonoluluRECREATIONbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 847-3511
Bostons Pizza HonoluluDINING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 841-5700
Burger King Fort ShafterDINING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-3021
Car WashAUTO_SERVICESbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2415
Child Development Center (CDC)CHILDCARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2330
Chilis Pearl CityDINING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 456-2833
Chinatown Cultural DistrictRECREATIONbe the first · n=0
Chinatown HonoluluDINING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Costco Pearl CitySHOPPING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 453-2600
Courtyard by Marriott Honolulu AirportLODGING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 836-3000
CVS Pharmacy AieaHEALTHCARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 487-6366
CVS Pharmacy Salt LakeHEALTHCARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 841-5800
DEERS / ID Card OfficePERSONNEL_SERVICESbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2300
Dennys Salt LakeDININGbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 836-2088
Dental Clinic Fort ShafterDENTAL · Dental Care · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 433-8500
Don Quijote AieaSHOPPING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 486-9100
Dry Cleaning and LaundryPERSONAL_CAREbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2400
Employment Readiness ProgramPERSONNEL_SERVICESbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2470
Enterprise Rent-A-Car Honolulu AirportAUTO_SERVICES · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 836-0055
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)FAMILY_SUPPORTbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2450
Exceptional Family Member Program Fort ShafterFAMILY_SUPPORT · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-6406
Exchange Gas StationAUTO_SERVICES · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2420
Financial Readiness ProgramFINANCIALbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 438-2465
Firestone AieaAUTO_SERVICES · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (808) 486-1777

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DINING35 listings SHOPPING25 listings RECREATION20 listings HEALTHCARE11 listings AUTO SERVICES10 listings FINANCIAL9 listings

183 total listings anchored to Fort Shafter.