New York City, NY BAH Rates (2025)
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for New York City, NY in 2025 ranges from $4,197 to $6,792 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 York City, NY (Military Housing Area NY219) for every pay grade, both with and without dependents.
| Pay grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $5,070 | $4,197 |
| E-2 | $5,070 | $4,197 |
| E-3 | $5,070 | $4,197 |
| E-4 | $5,070 | $4,197 |
| E-5 | $5,073 | $4,770 |
| E-6 | $5,100 | $5,073 |
| E-7 | $5,163 | $5,091 |
| E-8 | $5,253 | $5,103 |
| E-9 | $5,529 | $5,109 |
| W-1 | $5,103 | $5,088 |
| W-2 | $5,199 | $5,100 |
| W-3 | $5,313 | $5,112 |
| W-4 | $5,613 | $5,121 |
| W-5 | $5,973 | $5,184 |
| O-1E | $5,175 | $5,097 |
| O-2E | $5,298 | $5,106 |
| O-3E | $5,664 | $5,118 |
| O-1 | $5,076 | $5,070 |
| O-2 | $5,097 | $5,094 |
| O-3 | $5,310 | $5,115 |
| O-4 | $6,102 | $5,163 |
| O-5 | $6,669 | $5,211 |
| O-6 | $6,732 | $5,292 |
| O-7 | $6,792 | $5,394 |
For example, an E-5 in New York City, NY receives $5,073/month with dependents or $4,770/month without. An O-3 receives $5,310 / $5,115.
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BAH is set by the cost of rental housing in the New York City, 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, New York City, 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 New York City, NY for an E-5?
In 2025, BAH for an E-5 in New York City, NY is $5,073/month with dependents and $4,770/month without dependents.
How much is BAH for an E-7 in New York City, NY?
An E-7 in New York City, NY receives $5,163/month with dependents ($5,091 without) in 2025.
Is BAH in New York City, NY taxable?
No. BAH is not subject to federal income tax, so you keep the full amount.