Durham / Chapel Hill, NC BAH Rates (2025)
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for Durham / Chapel Hill, NC in 2025 ranges from $1,584 to $3,276 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 Durham / Chapel Hill, NC (Military Housing Area NC180) for every pay grade, both with and without dependents.
| Pay grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $1,965 | $1,584 |
| E-2 | $1,965 | $1,584 |
| E-3 | $1,965 | $1,584 |
| E-4 | $1,965 | $1,584 |
| E-5 | $2,091 | $1,743 |
| E-6 | $2,415 | $1,845 |
| E-7 | $2,436 | $1,968 |
| E-8 | $2,457 | $2,160 |
| E-9 | $2,592 | $2,250 |
| W-1 | $2,433 | $1,935 |
| W-2 | $2,445 | $2,157 |
| W-3 | $2,478 | $2,262 |
| W-4 | $2,640 | $2,412 |
| W-5 | $2,841 | $2,442 |
| O-1E | $2,439 | $2,088 |
| O-2E | $2,472 | $2,229 |
| O-3E | $2,670 | $2,406 |
| O-1 | $2,136 | $1,836 |
| O-2 | $2,412 | $2,052 |
| O-3 | $2,475 | $2,295 |
| O-4 | $2,910 | $2,427 |
| O-5 | $3,222 | $2,445 |
| O-6 | $3,249 | $2,457 |
| O-7 | $3,276 | $2,499 |
For example, an E-5 in Durham / Chapel Hill, NC receives $2,091/month with dependents or $1,743/month without. An O-3 receives $2,475 / $2,295.
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Calculate my Durham / Chapel Hill pay →How BAH works in Durham / Chapel Hill, NC
BAH is set by the cost of rental housing in the Durham / Chapel Hill, NC 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, Durham / Chapel Hill, NC'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 Durham / Chapel Hill, NC for an E-5?
In 2025, BAH for an E-5 in Durham / Chapel Hill, NC is $2,091/month with dependents and $1,743/month without dependents.
How much is BAH for an E-7 in Durham / Chapel Hill, NC?
An E-7 in Durham / Chapel Hill, NC receives $2,436/month with dependents ($1,968 without) in 2025.
Is BAH in Durham / Chapel Hill, NC taxable?
No. BAH is not subject to federal income tax, so you keep the full amount.