Chicago, IL BAH rates 2026
Updated Updated for 2026 tax law
Service members stationed in the Chicago, IL military housing area (IL325) receive these 2026 Basic Allowance for Housing rates. An E-5 gets $3,438 a month with dependents.
| Grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $3,174 | $2,415 |
| E-2 | $3,174 | $2,415 |
| E-3 | $3,174 | $2,415 |
| E-4 | $3,174 | $2,415 |
| E-5 | $3,438 | $2,736 |
| E-6 | $3,702 | $2,937 |
| E-7 | $3,723 | $3,186 |
| E-8 | $3,732 | $3,498 |
| E-9 | $3,771 | $3,567 |
| W-1 | $3,720 | $3,090 |
| W-2 | $3,729 | $3,495 |
| W-3 | $3,741 | $3,579 |
| W-4 | $3,795 | $3,696 |
| W-5 | $3,900 | $3,708 |
| O-1E | $3,726 | $3,435 |
| O-2E | $3,735 | $3,552 |
| O-3E | $3,810 | $3,693 |
| O-1 | $3,477 | $2,907 |
| O-2 | $3,699 | $3,354 |
| O-3 | $3,738 | $3,603 |
| O-4 | $3,927 | $3,699 |
| O-5 | $4,086 | $3,711 |
| O-6 | $4,122 | $3,714 |
| O-7 | $4,152 | $3,756 |
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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 Chicago, IL for 2026?
$3,438 a month with dependents and $2,736 without dependents.
Which ZIP codes use the Chicago, IL BAH rate?
298 ZIP codes map to military housing area IL325, including 60004, 60005, 60006, 60007, 60008, 60009, 60010, 60016.
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