Long Island, NY BAH Rates (2025)
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for Long Island, NY in 2025 ranges from $3,054 to $5,670 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 Long Island, NY (Military Housing Area NY218) for every pay grade, both with and without dependents.
| Pay grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $3,933 | $3,054 |
| E-2 | $3,933 | $3,054 |
| E-3 | $3,933 | $3,054 |
| E-4 | $3,933 | $3,054 |
| E-5 | $4,242 | $3,423 |
| E-6 | $4,551 | $3,654 |
| E-7 | $4,644 | $3,945 |
| E-8 | $4,746 | $4,308 |
| E-9 | $4,932 | $4,392 |
| W-1 | $4,569 | $3,831 |
| W-2 | $4,686 | $4,305 |
| W-3 | $4,812 | $4,404 |
| W-4 | $4,980 | $4,566 |
| W-5 | $5,184 | $4,668 |
| O-1E | $4,659 | $4,239 |
| O-2E | $4,794 | $4,374 |
| O-3E | $5,010 | $4,542 |
| O-1 | $4,287 | $3,618 |
| O-2 | $4,548 | $4,143 |
| O-3 | $4,809 | $4,437 |
| O-4 | $5,253 | $4,644 |
| O-5 | $5,568 | $4,698 |
| O-6 | $5,622 | $4,794 |
| O-7 | $5,670 | $4,884 |
For example, an E-5 in Long Island, NY receives $4,242/month with dependents or $3,423/month without. An O-3 receives $4,809 / $4,437.
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BAH is set by the cost of rental housing in the Long Island, NY 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, Long Island, NY'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 Long Island, NY for an E-5?
In 2025, BAH for an E-5 in Long Island, NY is $4,242/month with dependents and $3,423/month without dependents.
How much is BAH for an E-7 in Long Island, NY?
An E-7 in Long Island, NY receives $4,644/month with dependents ($3,945 without) in 2025.
Is BAH in Long Island, NY taxable?
No. BAH is not subject to federal income tax, so you keep the full amount.