How 2012 BAH Rates Are Determined-Eglin AFB, Hurlburt Field in Northwest Florida

If you are Active Duty Military, I'm sure you have had a conversation recently about the 2012 BAH (Base Allowance for Housing) Rates. Some rates increased, some rates decreased, and some rates remained the same.

**WHY??** Check out this article written by Kate from Military.com:
http://paycheck-chronicles.military.com/2011/12/20/the-bah-formula/

**HOW MUCH??** Relocating to a new area (a PCS, for us Military folk) is always stressful, but it helps if you are knowledgeable about your options beforehand.
Check this website for your 2012 BAH Calculator. Eglin AFB Hurlburt Field fall under ZIP CODE 32542. This will cover you for Crestview Niceville Valparaiso Fort Walton Beach Mary Esther Destin Navarre Baker Milton Pace
http://www.defensetravel.dod.mil/site/bahCalc.cfm
 
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