Charlotte, NC BAH rates 2026
Updated Updated for 2026 tax law
Service members stationed in the Charlotte, NC military housing area (NC179) receive these 2026 Basic Allowance for Housing rates. An E-5 gets $2,169 a month with dependents.
| Grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $2,004 | $1,518 |
| E-2 | $2,004 | $1,518 |
| E-3 | $2,004 | $1,518 |
| E-4 | $2,004 | $1,518 |
| E-5 | $2,169 | $1,719 |
| E-6 | $2,436 | $1,848 |
| E-7 | $2,457 | $2,007 |
| E-8 | $2,466 | $2,229 |
| E-9 | $2,478 | $2,301 |
| W-1 | $2,454 | $1,956 |
| W-2 | $2,463 | $2,226 |
| W-3 | $2,475 | $2,313 |
| W-4 | $2,481 | $2,430 |
| W-5 | $2,514 | $2,442 |
| O-1E | $2,460 | $2,166 |
| O-2E | $2,469 | $2,283 |
| O-3E | $2,484 | $2,427 |
| O-1 | $2,211 | $1,833 |
| O-2 | $2,433 | $2,118 |
| O-3 | $2,472 | $2,337 |
| O-4 | $2,520 | $2,433 |
| O-5 | $2,577 | $2,445 |
| O-6 | $2,595 | $2,448 |
| O-7 | $2,610 | $2,466 |
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2026 rates from the Defense Travel Management Office, effective January 1, 2026. Rate protection keeps your current rate if your area's rate drops.
ZIP codes in this housing area
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Frequently asked questions
What is E-5 BAH in Charlotte, NC for 2026?
$2,169 a month with dependents and $1,719 without dependents.
Which ZIP codes use the Charlotte, NC BAH rate?
125 ZIP codes map to military housing area NC179, including 28006, 28012, 28016, 28021, 28025, 28026, 28027, 28031.
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