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REFERRAL AND RELOCATION ASSISTANCE |
Developing a sense of community here starts before you arrive at Patrick AFB. We recognize the efforts behind this transition and want to make sure you are satisfied with the details of your move. To obtain referral and relocation assistance, we encourage you to reach out for personalized services provided by the Housing Management Office (HMO) staff.
Patrick AFB is located in Brevard County and is between the cities of Cocoa Beach and Satellite Beach. Brevard County is 72 miles long and has a population of more than 536,000 living in 16 municipalities and unincorporated areas. The largest, by population is Palm Bay, the smallest is Melbourne Village. Brevard County is the 10th most populous county in the state. Influenced by the presence of the John F. Kennedy Space Center, Brevard County is also known as the Space Coast. As such it was designated with the area code 321 as in 3-2-1 liftoff. Bring your swimwear; Patrick AFB boasts some of the best beach in the county!
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HOUSING ALLOWANCES |
Military members are entitled to various allowances to ensure the transition to a new location is as smooth and stress free as possible. If you have any questions about the allowance listed, please contact the HMO.
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH)
Military members assigned to Patrick AFB receive Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH). The purpose of the BAH program is to provide housing allowances to service members based on median housing costs in local civilian markets. The DoD determines the correct housing allowance to enable members to afford suitable housing within a reasonable distance of their duty location. The allowance is set based on geographic duty location, pay grade, and dependent status and is adjusted each year.
For more information about your BAH, visit the Defense Travel Management Office website.
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