What are the BAH rates for Ns Great Lakes?

BAH rates for Ns Great Lakes are set by the DoD based on local rental costs and utilities. Ns Great Lakes has an affordability rating of 3.5/5. Use the DoD BAH calculator with the Great Lakes, Illinois zip code for your specific rank and dependency status.

How is the housing at Ns Great Lakes?

Housing at Ns Great Lakes has a rating of 3.4/5. 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 Ns Great Lakes?

Schools near Ns Great Lakes 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 Ns Great Lakes?

Employment opportunities for spouses near Ns Great Lakes have a rating of 3.4/5. Job availability depends on the local economy, remote-work options, and military spouse preference programs.

What is it like to PCS to Ns Great Lakes?

PCS to Ns Great Lakes 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 Ns Great Lakes?

Ns Great Lakes 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 Ns Great Lakes?

Healthcare near Ns Great Lakes has a rating of 3.2/5. 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 Ns Great Lakes?

Families stationed at Ns Great Lakes cite these advantages: Comprehensive family support services; Extensive Army support infrastructure; Large military community. Common challenges include: Frequent deployments can strain families; Standard deployment and separation challenges; Distance from major metropolitan amenities.

What branch operates Ns Great Lakes?

Ns Great Lakes is a Military installation located in Great Lakes, Illinois (CONUS). As a stateside Military base, Ns Great Lakes hosts active-duty and often reserve or guard units.

Where is Ns Great Lakes located?

Ns Great Lakes is located in Great Lakes, Illinois. Geographic coordinates: 42.3093°N, -87.8497°W.

What MWR and family programs are at Ns Great Lakes?

Ns Great Lakes 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 Ns Great Lakes?

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

How long is a typical PCS tour at Ns Great Lakes?

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

Ns Great Lakes

also: Naval Station Great Lakes

U.S. NAVYCONUSGreat Lakes, Illinois

—be the first to rate

TIMEZONEAmerica/Chicago

BAH$1,539/mo · E-05 w/ deps · 2026 · MHA IL088

CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

HOUSINGbe the first · n=0
SCHOOLSbe the first · n=0
HEALTHCAREbe the first · n=0
COST OF LIVINGbe the first · n=0
SPOUSE EMPLOYMENTbe the first · n=0
COMMUNITYbe the first · n=0
SAFETYbe the first · n=0

LISTINGS NEAR NS GREAT LAKES

Naval Station Great Lakes MWR Recreation CenterMWR · Morale Welfare Recreation · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
USO Great Lakes CenterUSO · USO Center · ON BASE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ 847-688-3793
Burger King Great LakesDINING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5600
Culvers WaukeganDININGbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 473-1000
DEERS / ID Card Office Great LakesPERSONNEL_SERVICES · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5750
Epicenter TheaterENTERTAINMENT · Theaterbe the first · n=0
Fleet and Family Support Center Great LakesFAMILY_SUPPORTbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5730
Great Lakes Aquatic CenterFITNESS · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5620
Great Lakes Auto Hobby ShopRECREATIONbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5690
Great Lakes Barber ShopPERSONAL_CARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5910
Great Lakes Bowling CenterENTERTAINMENT · Bowling · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5630
Great Lakes Car WashAUTO_SERVICES · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5930
Great Lakes ChapelRELIGIOUS · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5780
Great Lakes Child Development CenterCHILDCARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5700
Great Lakes Commissary AnnexSHOPPING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5410
Great Lakes CPO ClubDININGbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5570
Great Lakes Dry CleaningPERSONAL_CARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5920
Great Lakes Fire DepartmentGARRISON · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-4111
Great Lakes Fitness CenterFITNESS · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5610
Great Lakes Food CourtDINING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5560
Great Lakes Golf CourseRECREATION · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5640
Great Lakes Housing OfficeHOUSING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5850
Great Lakes ITT / Leisure TravelTRAVELbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5950
Great Lakes Liberty CenterRECREATIONbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5660
Great Lakes LibraryEDUCATION · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5680
Great Lakes Main GalleyDINING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5550
Great Lakes Mental HealthHEALTHCAREbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5840
Great Lakes Movie TheaterENTERTAINMENT · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5670
Great Lakes Navy Recruit Training Command MuseumENTERTAINMENT · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5960
Great Lakes NS CommissarySHOPPING · Shoppingbe the first · n=0☎ 847- 688-2644 | Fax: 847.688.2524
Great Lakes Outdoor RecreationRECREATIONbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5650
Great Lakes PharmacyPHARMACY · Pharmacy · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5820
Great Lakes Post OfficeCOMMUNICATIONS · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5890
Great Lakes School Age CareCHILDCAREbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5710
Great Lakes Security / PoliceGARRISON · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-4111
Great Lakes USODINING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0
Great Lakes Veterinary ClinicPET_CARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5940
Great Lakes Visitor Control CenterGARRISON · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5880
Great Lakes Youth CenterRECREATION · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5720
Hampton Inn and Suites WaukeganLODGING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 360-0800
Home Depot WaukeganSHOPPINGbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 360-0600
Jewel-Osco WaukeganSHOPPINGbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 623-1400
Military Clothing Store Great LakesSHOPPING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5530
Naval Dental Center Great LakesDENTAL · Dental Care · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5810
Naval Health Clinic Great LakesHEALTHCARE · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5800
Naval Legal Service Office Great LakesLEGAL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5770
Naval Station Great LakesBASE_SERVICES · Base · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5648
Navy College Office Great LakesEDUCATION · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5790
Navy Federal Credit Union Great LakesFINANCIAL · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5900
Navy Gateway Inns and Suites Great LakesLODGING · MIL-FRIENDLYbe the first · n=0☎ (847) 688-5870

BROWSE ALL 67 LISTINGS →

BROWSE NEAR THIS BASE

DINING10 listings SHOPPING10 listings LODGING5 listings RECREATION5 listings ENTERTAINMENT4 listings GARRISON3 listings

67 total listings anchored to Ns Great Lakes.