Coastal Maine, ME BAH Rates (2025)
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for Coastal Maine, ME in 2025 ranges from $1,488 to $2,991 per month, depending on your pay grade and whether you have dependents. BAH is tax-free.
The table below shows the full 2025 monthly BAH rates for Coastal Maine, ME (Military Housing Area ME141) for every pay grade, both with and without dependents.
| Pay grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $1,983 | $1,488 |
| E-2 | $1,983 | $1,488 |
| E-3 | $1,983 | $1,488 |
| E-4 | $1,983 | $1,488 |
| E-5 | $2,148 | $1,686 |
| E-6 | $2,619 | $1,965 |
| E-7 | $2,661 | $1,995 |
| E-8 | $2,700 | $2,247 |
| E-9 | $2,763 | $2,382 |
| W-1 | $2,640 | $1,980 |
| W-2 | $2,676 | $2,244 |
| W-3 | $2,733 | $2,400 |
| W-4 | $2,778 | $2,625 |
| W-5 | $2,838 | $2,670 |
| O-1E | $2,664 | $2,145 |
| O-2E | $2,721 | $2,352 |
| O-3E | $2,784 | $2,613 |
| O-1 | $2,211 | $1,812 |
| O-2 | $2,616 | $2,097 |
| O-3 | $2,730 | $2,448 |
| O-4 | $2,856 | $2,655 |
| O-5 | $2,943 | $2,673 |
| O-6 | $2,967 | $2,709 |
| O-7 | $2,991 | $2,760 |
For example, an E-5 in Coastal Maine, ME receives $2,148/month with dependents or $1,686/month without. An O-3 receives $2,730 / $2,448.
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BAH is set by the cost of rental housing in the Coastal Maine, ME Military Housing Area, your pay grade, and your dependent status. It is paid monthly and is not taxed. Higher ranks and members with dependents receive more. Because it reflects local rents, Coastal Maine, ME's rates differ from other locations — compare yours in the calculator.
These are the official 2025 rates (the latest complete public dataset). 2026 BAH rose about 4.2% on average nationwide; for an exact current figure, enter your ZIP in the military pay calculator or check the DoD BAH lookup. Learn more in our 2026 BAH guide.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is BAH in Coastal Maine, ME for an E-5?
In 2025, BAH for an E-5 in Coastal Maine, ME is $2,148/month with dependents and $1,686/month without dependents.
How much is BAH for an E-7 in Coastal Maine, ME?
An E-7 in Coastal Maine, ME receives $2,661/month with dependents ($1,995 without) in 2025.
Is BAH in Coastal Maine, ME taxable?
No. BAH is not subject to federal income tax, so you keep the full amount.