American Samoa’s service men and women can look forward to a boost in their military housing allowance for 2023.
The Department of Defense (DOD) has released its Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rates for 2023, which will rise an average of 12.1 percent. According to the DOD, there will be an estimated $26.8 billion in BAH payments for about one million Service Members. DOD calculates BAH rates from 300 military housing areas across the nation based on current rent and utilities, then payments vary by pay grade.
Congresswoman Uifaatali Amata said, “Along with the pay raise in recent legislation, this housing allowance can help our dedicated military be on a better financial footing,” said Congresswoman Amata. “These improvements are well-deserved, and part of our national commitment to those who volunteer to serve.”
The DOD announcement cited “unique market conditions” for the “significant increase in average BAH rates.”
