Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton (formerly MCB Camp Pendleton): 2026 BAH, On-Post Housing and Neighborhoods
An E-5 with dependents at Camp Pendleton receives $3,963 a month in BAH for 2026 ($3,093 without dependents) in the Camp Pendleton, CA (CA024) area. On post, Privatized family housing; the official page links the application site livelmh.com. Nearly 6,880 housing units aboard the base; housing areas include Stuart Mesa, Wire Mountain, Deluz, San Onofre and Del Mar. A neighborhood guide for this area is coming; the BAH table and on-post housing details below are complete.
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2026 BAH rates at Camp Pendleton, E-1 to O-10
| Pay grade | With dependents | Without dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-1 | $3,627 | $2,739 |
| E-2 | $3,627 | $2,739 |
| E-3 | $3,627 | $2,739 |
| E-4 | $3,627 | $2,739 |
| E-5 | $3,963 | $3,093 |
| E-6 | $4,398 | $3,324 |
| E-7 | $4,494 | $3,642 |
| E-8 | $4,596 | $4,056 |
| E-9 | $4,779 | $4,182 |
| W-1 | $4,419 | $3,513 |
| W-2 | $4,536 | $4,053 |
| W-3 | $4,662 | $4,197 |
| W-4 | $4,824 | $4,416 |
| W-5 | $5,019 | $4,518 |
| O-1E | $4,512 | $3,960 |
| O-2E | $4,644 | $4,152 |
| O-3E | $4,854 | $4,392 |
| O-1 | $4,023 | $3,285 |
| O-2 | $4,395 | $3,855 |
| O-3 | $4,659 | $4,239 |
| O-4 | $5,085 | $4,494 |
| O-5 | $5,391 | $4,548 |
| O-6 | $5,439 | $4,641 |
| O-7 to O-10 | $5,484 | $4,725 |
On-post housing at Camp Pendleton
How it works
Submit DD Form 1746 in person, by mail, or by fax to 760-725-5559. The application activates on receipt of your check-in endorsement and other documents.
Who runs it
Privatized family housing; the official page links the application site livelmh.com.
The waitlist
The official page says waits range from 1 to 16 months by rank, family size and area.
Who can live there
You have 30 days after check-in to be placed on the list with a control date matching your detachment date. Normally personnel who want to live off base are permitted to.
Who to call
- Family Housing Office (Assignment & Referral), 98 San Jacinto Road: 760-725-5995
- Family Housing Office (toll-free): 1-800-843-2182
Official housing page: Military OneSource, Camp Pendleton housing. Phone numbers and wait times change, so confirm before you rely on them.
Off-post neighborhoods near Camp Pendleton
Neighborhood guide coming for Camp Pendleton
We do not yet have complete, verified neighborhood and commute data for this area, so we are not going to show you a guess. Your BAH is in the table above. Chris can walk you through BAH and PCS timing directly, and can introduce you to a licensed Real Broker agent here if you want to rent or buy.
Frequently asked questions about Camp Pendleton housing
How much is BAH for an E-5 with dependents at Camp Pendleton in 2026?
In the Camp Pendleton, CA (CA024) military housing area, the 2026 BAH for an E-5 with dependents is $3,963 a month and $3,093 without dependents. The full E-1 to O-10 table is above on this page.
Source: DoD Defense Travel Management Office, BAH Rate Lookup
Is Camp Pendleton the same place as MCB Camp Pendleton?
Yes. Camp Pendleton is the current official name; older orders, listings and searches may still say MCB Camp Pendleton. BAH is set by the housing area (Camp Pendleton, CA (CA024)), not by the name of the installation.
How long is the on-post housing waitlist at Camp Pendleton?
The official page says waits range from 1 to 16 months by rank, family size and area.
Who runs on-post housing at Camp Pendleton and who do I call?
Privatized family housing; the official page links the application site livelmh.com. Submit DD Form 1746 in person, by mail, or by fax to 760-725-5559. The application activates on receipt of your check-in endorsement and other documents. Numbers: Family Housing Office (Assignment & Referral), 98 San Jacinto Road: 760-725-5995; Family Housing Office (toll-free): 1-800-843-2182. Confirm numbers and wait times before relying on them.
What are the key numbers for on-post housing at Camp Pendleton?
Nearly 6,880 housing units aboard the base. Housing areas include Stuart Mesa, Wire Mountain, Deluz, San Onofre and Del Mar. Waiting periods range from 1 to 16 months. Residents are liable for up to $49,000 in damages, so renter and liability insurance is recommended.
Who has to live in the barracks or follow special rules at Camp Pendleton?
You have 30 days after check-in to be placed on the list with a control date matching your detachment date. Normally personnel who want to live off base are permitted to.
When is the housing office open at Camp Pendleton?
The official page lists: Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.. Hours change, so call ahead.
Can I use a VA loan to buy near Camp Pendleton instead?
Yes, if you are eligible: VA loans typically need no down payment. Compare a lender's quote with your $3,963 E-5 BAH. We have no verified Camp Pendleton neighborhood prices yet, so we publish no payment estimate.
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