Santa Clara County, CA BAH Rates (2025)
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for Santa Clara County, CA in 2025 ranges from $3,174 to $6,354 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 Santa Clara County, CA (Military Housing Area CA044) for every pay grade, both with and without dependents.
| Pay grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $4,155 | $3,174 |
| E-2 | $4,155 | $3,174 |
| E-3 | $4,155 | $3,174 |
| E-4 | $4,155 | $3,174 |
| E-5 | $4,434 | $3,630 |
| E-6 | $4,773 | $3,903 |
| E-7 | $4,887 | $4,167 |
| E-8 | $5,004 | $4,506 |
| E-9 | $5,268 | $4,599 |
| W-1 | $4,791 | $4,065 |
| W-2 | $4,935 | $4,503 |
| W-3 | $5,085 | $4,614 |
| W-4 | $5,340 | $4,794 |
| W-5 | $5,649 | $4,914 |
| O-1E | $4,902 | $4,431 |
| O-2E | $5,064 | $4,578 |
| O-3E | $5,385 | $4,764 |
| O-1 | $4,482 | $3,870 |
| O-2 | $4,770 | $4,344 |
| O-3 | $5,079 | $4,647 |
| O-4 | $5,757 | $4,887 |
| O-5 | $6,240 | $4,953 |
| O-6 | $6,300 | $5,067 |
| O-7 | $6,354 | $5,163 |
For example, an E-5 in Santa Clara County, CA receives $4,434/month with dependents or $3,630/month without. An O-3 receives $5,079 / $4,647.
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BAH is set by the cost of rental housing in the Santa Clara County, CA 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, Santa Clara County, CA'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 Santa Clara County, CA for an E-5?
In 2025, BAH for an E-5 in Santa Clara County, CA is $4,434/month with dependents and $3,630/month without dependents.
How much is BAH for an E-7 in Santa Clara County, CA?
An E-7 in Santa Clara County, CA receives $4,887/month with dependents ($4,167 without) in 2025.
Is BAH in Santa Clara County, CA taxable?
No. BAH is not subject to federal income tax, so you keep the full amount.