Santa FE / Los Alamos, NM BAH Rates (2025)
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for Santa FE / Los Alamos, NM in 2025 ranges from $1,836 to $3,891 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 FE / Los Alamos, NM (Military Housing Area NM210) for every pay grade, both with and without dependents.
| Pay grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $2,448 | $1,836 |
| E-2 | $2,448 | $1,836 |
| E-3 | $2,448 | $1,836 |
| E-4 | $2,448 | $1,836 |
| E-5 | $2,748 | $2,061 |
| E-6 | $3,396 | $2,547 |
| E-7 | $3,426 | $2,571 |
| E-8 | $3,456 | $2,877 |
| E-9 | $3,531 | $3,072 |
| W-1 | $3,417 | $2,562 |
| W-2 | $3,438 | $2,874 |
| W-3 | $3,480 | $3,093 |
| W-4 | $3,555 | $3,399 |
| W-5 | $3,651 | $3,432 |
| O-1E | $3,429 | $2,745 |
| O-2E | $3,471 | $3,027 |
| O-3E | $3,567 | $3,390 |
| O-1 | $2,829 | $2,148 |
| O-2 | $3,387 | $2,649 |
| O-3 | $3,477 | $3,159 |
| O-4 | $3,681 | $3,417 |
| O-5 | $3,825 | $3,435 |
| O-6 | $3,861 | $3,459 |
| O-7 | $3,891 | $3,522 |
For example, an E-5 in Santa FE / Los Alamos, NM receives $2,748/month with dependents or $2,061/month without. An O-3 receives $3,477 / $3,159.
See your full take-home pay for Santa FE / Los Alamos, NM — pre-loaded with this location, plus basic pay, BAS, and taxes.
Calculate my Santa FE / Los Alamos pay →How BAH works in Santa FE / Los Alamos, NM
BAH is set by the cost of rental housing in the Santa FE / Los Alamos, NM 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 FE / Los Alamos, NM'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 FE / Los Alamos, NM for an E-5?
In 2025, BAH for an E-5 in Santa FE / Los Alamos, NM is $2,748/month with dependents and $2,061/month without dependents.
How much is BAH for an E-7 in Santa FE / Los Alamos, NM?
An E-7 in Santa FE / Los Alamos, NM receives $3,426/month with dependents ($2,571 without) in 2025.
Is BAH in Santa FE / Los Alamos, NM taxable?
No. BAH is not subject to federal income tax, so you keep the full amount.