Colorado Springs, CO BAH Rates (2025)
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for Colorado Springs, CO in 2025 ranges from $1,692 to $2,919 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 Colorado Springs, CO (Military Housing Area CO046) for every pay grade, both with and without dependents.
| Pay grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $2,160 | $1,692 |
| E-2 | $2,160 | $1,692 |
| E-3 | $2,160 | $1,692 |
| E-4 | $2,160 | $1,692 |
| E-5 | $2,340 | $1,875 |
| E-6 | $2,382 | $1,995 |
| E-7 | $2,445 | $2,166 |
| E-8 | $2,517 | $2,355 |
| E-9 | $2,613 | $2,361 |
| W-1 | $2,397 | $2,109 |
| W-2 | $2,475 | $2,352 |
| W-3 | $2,565 | $2,364 |
| W-4 | $2,634 | $2,385 |
| W-5 | $2,721 | $2,460 |
| O-1E | $2,451 | $2,337 |
| O-2E | $2,553 | $2,358 |
| O-3E | $2,643 | $2,370 |
| O-1 | $2,355 | $1,977 |
| O-2 | $2,379 | $2,283 |
| O-3 | $2,562 | $2,367 |
| O-4 | $2,745 | $2,442 |
| O-5 | $2,871 | $2,478 |
| O-6 | $2,898 | $2,547 |
| O-7 | $2,919 | $2,592 |
For example, an E-5 in Colorado Springs, CO receives $2,340/month with dependents or $1,875/month without. An O-3 receives $2,562 / $2,367.
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BAH is set by the cost of rental housing in the Colorado Springs, CO 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, Colorado Springs, CO'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 Colorado Springs, CO for an E-5?
In 2025, BAH for an E-5 in Colorado Springs, CO is $2,340/month with dependents and $1,875/month without dependents.
How much is BAH for an E-7 in Colorado Springs, CO?
An E-7 in Colorado Springs, CO receives $2,445/month with dependents ($2,166 without) in 2025.
Is BAH in Colorado Springs, CO taxable?
No. BAH is not subject to federal income tax, so you keep the full amount.