What are the BAH rates for Mcrd San Diego?

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

How is the housing at Mcrd San Diego?

Housing at Mcrd San Diego 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 Mcrd San Diego?

Schools near Mcrd San Diego have a rating of 3.4/5. 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 Mcrd San Diego?

Employment opportunities for spouses near Mcrd San Diego 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 Mcrd San Diego?

PCS to Mcrd San Diego comes with tradeoffs. Families highlight Major metro area amenities as a top advantage, while High cost of living is commonly noted as a challenge.

What is the overall rating for Mcrd San Diego?

Mcrd San Diego 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 Mcrd San Diego?

Healthcare near Mcrd San Diego 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 Mcrd San Diego?

Families stationed at Mcrd San Diego cite these advantages: Major metro area amenities; Large military community; Comprehensive family support services. Common challenges include: High cost of living; Frequent deployments can strain families; Occasional training noise concerns.

What branch operates Mcrd San Diego?

Mcrd San Diego is a Military installation located in San Diego, California (CONUS). As a stateside Military base, Mcrd San Diego hosts active-duty and often reserve or guard units.

Where is Mcrd San Diego located?

Mcrd San Diego is located in San Diego, California. Geographic coordinates: 32.7388°N, -117.2069°W.

What MWR and family programs are at Mcrd San Diego?

Mcrd San Diego 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 Mcrd San Diego?

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

How long is a typical PCS tour at Mcrd San Diego?

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

Mcrd San Diego

also: Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego

U.S.M.C.CONUSSan Diego, California

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TIMEZONEAmerica/Los_Angeles

BAH$3,975/mo · E-05 w/ deps · 2026 · MHA CA038

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LISTINGS NEAR MCRD SAN DIEGO

24 Hour Fitness Mission ValleyFITNESSbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-2155
Auto Hobby Shop MCRDRECREATION · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 545-1220
Auto Registration Service- MCRD San DiegoSERVICES · Services · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 725-6361
Bank of America Mission ValleyFINANCIALbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-1280
Barber Shop- MCRD San DiegoSERVICES · Services · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 725-6372
Bay View Restaurant & Food Services- MCRD San DiegoDINING · Dining · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 725-6478
Boathouse & Marina-MCRD San DiegoRECREATION · Recreationbe the first · n=0☎ Boathouse Mainline (619) 524-5269
Branch Health Clinic MCRDHEALTHCARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-4460
Career Resource Management Center- MCRD San DiegoPERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Servicesbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-5728/8440/ FAX (619) 524-0036
Carls Jr Old TownDININGbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-2110
Child Development CenterCHILDCARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-4450
Child Development Center- MCRD San DiegoFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Supportbe the first · n=0☎ (312) 524-4430
Chula Vista MarinaRECREATIONbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-1290
Coles Fine Flooring- MCRD San DiegoSERVICES · Servicesbe the first · n=0☎ 619-316-9131
College 101- MCRD San DiegoEDUCATION · Educationbe the first · n=0☎ (573) 876-4457
Command MuseumRECREATION · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-4440
Community Center- MCRD San DiegoRECREATION · Recreationbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-4446
Community Counseling Program- MCRD San DiegoFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Supportbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 725-6377
Corvette Diner Liberty StationDININGbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-2170
CVS Pharmacy Mission ValleySHOPPINGbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-1295
DEERS / ID Card OfficePERSONNEL_SERVICESbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-4485
Defense Service Office West (DSO West)PERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Servicesbe the first · n=0☎ 619-556-7539 / DSN: 526-7539
Dennys Mission ValleyDININGbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-2115
DMV San DiegoSERVICESbe the first · n=0☎ (800) 777-0133
Domino's Pizza- MCRD San DiegoDINING · Diningbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 344-0850
Dry Clean Super Center Mission ValleyPERSONAL_CAREbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-2145
Exceptional Family Member ProgramFAMILY_SUPPORTbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 545-1225
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)- MCRD San DiegoFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Supportbe the first · n=0☎ (661) 277-0723
Extended Stay America Mission ValleyLODGINGbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-1260
Extra Space Storage Mission ValleySERVICESbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-2135
Families Overcoming Under Stress- MCRD San DiegoFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Supportbe the first · n=0☎ (760) 758-1650
Family Advocacy Program- MCRD San DiegoFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Supportbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-4202
Family Member Employment Assistance Program- MCRD San DiegoFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Supportbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-5734
Family Readiness- MCRD San DiegoFAMILY_SUPPORT · Family Supportbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-8158
Fisher Houses San DiegoHOUSING · Housingbe the first · n=0☎ 619-532-8751 | Fax: 619-532-5216
FOCUS (Families Over Coming Under Stress) - MiramarOTHER · Familiy Support Servicebe the first · n=0☎ 858-577-1607
FOCUS (Families Over Coming Under Stress) - Naval Base San DiegoOTHER · Familiy Support Service · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ 619.556.6075
Fred Mexican CafeDININGbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-1101
Great Clips Mission ValleyPERSONAL_CAREbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-2140
Hampton Inn Old Town SDLODGING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 298-1100
Hampton Inn San Diego DowntownLODGING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 238-1800
Home Depot Mission ValleySHOPPINGbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-2185
Human Performance- MCRD San DiegoHEALTHCARE · Healthbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-4428
Human Resources- MCRD San DiegoPERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Servicesbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 725-6226/(619) 725-6233 Fax
IKEA San DiegoSHOPPINGbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-2190
Information and Referral- MCRD San DiegoPERSONNEL_SERVICES · Personnel Servicesbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-5732 Telephone / (619) 524-0675 Fax
ITT MCRD San DiegoTRAVELbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 524-4445
Jack in the Box Mission ValleyDININGbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-2100
Jack in the Box Old Town SDDININGbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-4401
Jimmy Johns Mission ValleyDININGbe the first · n=0☎ (619) 297-2125

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HOUSING30 listings DINING29 listings FAMILY SUPPORT15 listings RECREATION15 listings SHOPPING15 listings PERSONNEL SERVICES13 listings

201 total listings anchored to Mcrd San Diego.