What are the BAH rates for Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

BAH rates for Joint Base Lewis-McChord are set by the DoD based on local rental costs and utilities. Joint Base Lewis-McChord has an affordability rating of 3.3/5. Use the DoD BAH calculator with the Tacoma, Washington zip code for your specific rank and dependency status.

How is the housing at Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

Housing at Joint Base Lewis-McChord 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 Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

Schools near Joint Base Lewis-McChord have a rating of 4.0/5. 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 Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

Employment opportunities for spouses near Joint Base Lewis-McChord have a rating of 4.0/5. Job availability depends on the local economy, remote-work options, and military spouse preference programs.

What is it like to PCS to Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

PCS to Joint Base Lewis-McChord comes with tradeoffs. Families highlight Good commissary and exchange access as a top advantage, while High cost of living is commonly noted as a challenge.

What is the overall rating for Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

Joint Base Lewis-McChord 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 Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

Healthcare near Joint Base Lewis-McChord has a rating of 4.5/5. 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 Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

Families stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord cite these advantages: Good commissary and exchange access; Well-maintained on-base facilities; Major metro area amenities. Common challenges include: High cost of living; Distance from major metropolitan amenities; Traffic congestion near main gates.

What branch operates Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

Joint Base Lewis-McChord is a Military installation located in Tacoma, Washington (CONUS). As a stateside Military base, Joint Base Lewis-McChord hosts active-duty and often reserve or guard units.

Where is Joint Base Lewis-McChord located?

Joint Base Lewis-McChord is located in Tacoma, Washington. Geographic coordinates: 47.0308°N, -122.5074°W.

What MWR and family programs are at Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

Joint Base Lewis-McChord 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 Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

The BAH rate for Joint Base Lewis-McChord is keyed to the duty station zip code (Tacoma, Washington). Use the DoD BAH calculator at defensetravel.dod.mil with the specific zip code, your rank, and dependency status. As a CONUS Military installation, Joint Base Lewis-McChord uses the standard BAH rate structure with no OHA or COLA.

How long is a typical PCS tour at Joint Base Lewis-McChord?

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

Joint Base Lewis-McChord

JOINTCONUSTacoma, Washington

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TIMEZONEAmerica/Los_Angeles

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LISTINGS NEAR JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD

62nd Airlift Wing - McChord FieldMILITARY_BASE · Headquarters · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 982-2611
7th Infantry Division - JBLMMILITARY_BASE · Headquarters · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7000
Airman & Family Readiness Center - McChord FieldBASE_SERVICES · Family Support · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 982-2444
America First Credit Union - JBLMFINANCIAL · Credit Union · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7400
Armed Forces Bank - JBLMFINANCIAL · Bank · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7400
Armed Forces Credit Union ATM - JBLMFINANCIAL · ATM · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7400
Army Community Service (ACS) Financial Readiness - JBLMFINANCIAL · Financial Counseling · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7359
Army Community Service (ACS) - JBLMBASE_SERVICES · Family Support · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7359
Arrowhead Community Center - JBLMRECREATION · Community Center · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7359
Arts & Crafts Center - JBLMRECREATION · Crafts · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7319
Auto Craft Center - JBLMAUTOMOTIVE · Auto Repair · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7308
Auto Skills Center - JBLMACTIVE_LIFE · Auto Hobby · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-3728
Azarra Salon & Wine - JBLMBEAUTY · Salon · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7359
Barber Shop - JBLM MainPERSONAL_CARE · Barber Shop · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7071
Baskin-Robbins - JBLMDINING · Desserts · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7123
Bowl Arena Strike Zone Cafe - JBLMDINING · Casual · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7308
Charleys Cheesesteaks - JBLMDINING · American · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7000
Child Development Center (CDC) - JBLM MainFAMILY_SUPPORT · Child Care · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7303
Child Development Center (CDC) - McChord FieldFAMILY_SUPPORT · Child Care · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 982-2178
Class Six Package Store - JBLMRETAIL · Liquor · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7070
Columbia Bay Inn - JBLMLODGING · On-Base Lodging · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7232
Concourse West Pool - JBLMRECREATION · Swimming · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7336
Cowboy Restaurant - JBLMDINING · American · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7314
DFAS Pay Office - JBLMGOVERNMENT · Finance · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7359
DFMWR - JBLMBASE_SERVICES · MWR · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7359
Directorate of Human Resources (DHR) - JBLMBASE_SERVICES · Personnel · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7378
Directorate of Public Works (DPW) - JBLMBASE_SERVICES · Facilities · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7465
Dolce Salon - JBLMBEAUTY · Hair Salon · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7001
Eagles Pride Golf Course - JBLMRECREATION · Golf · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7288
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) - JBLMFAMILY_SUPPORT · Special Needs · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7359
Family Advocacy Program (FAP) - JBLMFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Advocacy · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7180
Flight Line Cafe - McChord FieldDINING · Cafe · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 982-2134
Fort Huachuca FCU - JBLMFINANCIAL · Credit Union · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7400
FoxFire Salon & Spa - JBLMBEAUTY · Day Spa · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7001
Fulton Dental Clinic - JBLMDENTAL · Military Dental · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7182
Habenero Mexican Grill - JBLMDINING · Mexican · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7311
Hob Nob Restaurant - JBLMDINING · American · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7184
I Corps Headquarters - JBLMMILITARY_BASE · Headquarters · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7900
ID Card Facility (DEERS) - JBLMPERSONNEL_SERVICES · DEERS/ID Cards · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7359
JAG Legal Assistance Office - JBLMGOVERNMENT · Legal · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7315
JBLM Army Education CenterBASE_SERVICES · Education · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7318
JBLM Bowling CenterACTIVE_LIFE · Bowling · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7336
JBLM Car WashPERSONAL_CARE · Car Wash · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 966-3755
JBLM Commissary - MainGROCERY · Commissary · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7394
JBLM Commissary - McChord FieldGROCERY · Commissary · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 982-2712
JBLM Dental ClinicHEALTHCARE · ON BASEbe the first · n=0☎ DSN 968-5000
JBLM Equal Opportunity OfficeBASE_SERVICES · Support · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7787
JBLM Family & MWRRECREATION · MWR HQ · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7359
JBLM Garrison CommandMILITARY_BASE · Garrison · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7314
JBLM Gas Station / ShoppetteAUTOMOTIVE · Gas Station · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (253) 967-7070

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MILITARY BASE107 listings RECREATION106 listings HEALTHCARE93 listings SHOPPING71 listings DINING63 listings PROFESSIONAL SERVICES46 listings

648 total listings anchored to Joint Base Lewis-McChord.