Hampton / Newport News, VA BAH Rates (2025)
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for Hampton / Newport News, VA in 2025 ranges from $1,569 to $3,039 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 Hampton / Newport News, VA (Military Housing Area VA297) for every pay grade, both with and without dependents.
| Pay grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $2,019 | $1,569 |
| E-2 | $2,019 | $1,569 |
| E-3 | $2,019 | $1,569 |
| E-4 | $2,019 | $1,569 |
| E-5 | $2,184 | $1,749 |
| E-6 | $2,265 | $1,866 |
| E-7 | $2,286 | $2,022 |
| E-8 | $2,310 | $2,205 |
| E-9 | $2,433 | $2,217 |
| W-1 | $2,280 | $1,971 |
| W-2 | $2,298 | $2,202 |
| W-3 | $2,334 | $2,223 |
| W-4 | $2,475 | $2,262 |
| W-5 | $2,655 | $2,292 |
| O-1E | $2,289 | $2,181 |
| O-2E | $2,325 | $2,214 |
| O-3E | $2,502 | $2,253 |
| O-1 | $2,202 | $1,851 |
| O-2 | $2,262 | $2,133 |
| O-3 | $2,331 | $2,229 |
| O-4 | $2,715 | $2,277 |
| O-5 | $2,988 | $2,295 |
| O-6 | $3,015 | $2,310 |
| O-7 | $3,039 | $2,352 |
For example, an E-5 in Hampton / Newport News, VA receives $2,184/month with dependents or $1,749/month without. An O-3 receives $2,331 / $2,229.
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Calculate my Hampton / Newport News pay →How BAH works in Hampton / Newport News, VA
BAH is set by the cost of rental housing in the Hampton / Newport News, VA 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, Hampton / Newport News, VA'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 Hampton / Newport News, VA for an E-5?
In 2025, BAH for an E-5 in Hampton / Newport News, VA is $2,184/month with dependents and $1,749/month without dependents.
How much is BAH for an E-7 in Hampton / Newport News, VA?
An E-7 in Hampton / Newport News, VA receives $2,286/month with dependents ($2,022 without) in 2025.
Is BAH in Hampton / Newport News, VA taxable?
No. BAH is not subject to federal income tax, so you keep the full amount.