2026 BAH Rates · Effective 1 Jan 2026
BAH Rates for ZIP 49686
Standardized Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rates for ZIP code 49686 (Traverse City, MI), located in the Traverse City, MI Military Housing Area (MHA).
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| Pay Grade | Without Dependents | With Dependents |
|---|---|---|
E-4 Corporal / Specialist | $1,716.00 | $2,037.00 |
E-5 Sergeant | $1,896.00 | $2,070.00 |
E-6 Staff Sergeant | $2,103.00 | $2,802.00 |
E-8 Master Sergeant | $2,253.00 | $3,003.00 |
O-2 First Lieutenant | $2,178.00 | $2,793.00 |
O-4 Major | $2,898.00 | $3,255.00 |
O-6 Colonel | $3,051.00 | $3,417.00 |
BAH rates vary by pay grade and dependency status. The rates shown above represent a selection of common enlisted and officer ranks. To view all 27 ranks and calculate your exact monthly housing allowance, use our interactive BAH Calculator.