New Orleans, LA BAH Rates (2025)
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for New Orleans, LA in 2025 ranges from $1,293 to $3,093 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 New Orleans, LA (Military Housing Area LA116) for every pay grade, both with and without dependents.
| Pay grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $1,725 | $1,293 |
| E-2 | $1,725 | $1,293 |
| E-3 | $1,725 | $1,293 |
| E-4 | $1,725 | $1,293 |
| E-5 | $1,854 | $1,476 |
| E-6 | $2,301 | $1,725 |
| E-7 | $2,367 | $1,776 |
| E-8 | $2,433 | $1,947 |
| E-9 | $2,568 | $2,076 |
| W-1 | $2,322 | $1,743 |
| W-2 | $2,394 | $1,944 |
| W-3 | $2,481 | $2,094 |
| W-4 | $2,604 | $2,313 |
| W-5 | $2,757 | $2,382 |
| O-1E | $2,373 | $1,851 |
| O-2E | $2,469 | $2,046 |
| O-3E | $2,625 | $2,295 |
| O-1 | $1,914 | $1,593 |
| O-2 | $2,298 | $1,815 |
| O-3 | $2,478 | $2,139 |
| O-4 | $2,808 | $2,364 |
| O-5 | $3,042 | $2,397 |
| O-6 | $3,069 | $2,460 |
| O-7 | $3,093 | $2,505 |
For example, an E-5 in New Orleans, LA receives $1,854/month with dependents or $1,476/month without. An O-3 receives $2,478 / $2,139.
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BAH is set by the cost of rental housing in the New Orleans, LA 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, New Orleans, LA'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 New Orleans, LA for an E-5?
In 2025, BAH for an E-5 in New Orleans, LA is $1,854/month with dependents and $1,476/month without dependents.
How much is BAH for an E-7 in New Orleans, LA?
An E-7 in New Orleans, LA receives $2,367/month with dependents ($1,776 without) in 2025.
Is BAH in New Orleans, LA taxable?
No. BAH is not subject to federal income tax, so you keep the full amount.