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Your 2026 Fort Knox BAH$0per month, tax-free

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2026 BAH for the Fort Knox, KY housing area (MHA KY110), effective January 1, 2026. Rate protection can keep your personal rate higher. Always confirm with the official DoD BAH calculator.

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Where to live

Towns around Fort Knox

Drive times are approximate, to the post, outside rush hour.

Radcliff

~5 min

Borders the post along US-31W. The most popular choice for soldiers who want the shortest commute, with lots of rentals and duplexes.

Shortest commuteMost rentals

Elizabethtown

~20–25 min

"E-town" is the regional hub, with the most shopping, dining, and a full hospital. Good for families who want more space and amenities.

ShoppingHospitalNewer homes

Vine Grove

~10–15 min

A small, quieter town next to Radcliff. Popular with families who want a neighborhood feel close to post.

QuietClose to post

Brandenburg

~20 min

A river town to the west on the Ohio River. More land and lower-key living for the price.

More landRiver views

Louisville

~45 min

Big-city living to the north, for spouses with careers in the city or anyone who wants the nightlife and the airport nearby.

Big cityAirport

On post

0 min

Family housing on Fort Knox itself. Apply early through the installation housing office, since wait times vary by rank and home size.

No commuteApply early

Schools

Schools on post and off

Your address decides your district, so check before you sign a lease.

On Fort Knox (DoDEA)

Kingsolver Elementary School
Van Voorhis Elementary School
Scott Intermediate School
Fort Knox Middle High School

Run by the Department of Defense Education Activity. Eligibility depends on where you live and your status, so ask the School Liaison Officer before you choose housing.

Off post: district by town

If you live in	Your district is usually
Radcliff, Vine Grove	Hardin County Schools
Elizabethtown	Elizabethtown Independent or Hardin County, depending on address
Brandenburg	Meade County Schools
Louisville	Jefferson County Public Schools
Shepherdsville area	Bullitt County Schools

Fort Knox School Support Services: 502-624-2305. Districts near post also include Nelson, LaRue, Grayson, and Breckinridge counties.

Questions

Fort Knox FAQ

Is this service really free?

Yes. You never pay us. Local providers pay to be connected with people moving to the area.

Who will contact me?

Only providers for the services you check. If you only check "Movers," only movers reach out.

How much is BAH at Fort Knox?

It depends on your rank and whether you have dependents. For 2026, it ranges from $1,350 (E-1 to E-4 without dependents) to $2,985 (O-7 with dependents). Use the calculator at the top of this page, and confirm with the official DoD BAH calculator.

What units are at Fort Knox?

Fort Knox is home to commands including V Corps, U.S. Army Human Resources Command, and U.S. Army Cadet Command, plus many supporting units.

Are you affiliated with the Army?

No. This is an independent relocation guide and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Army or the Department of Defense.

Official resources

Helpful links

Defense Travel Management OfficeOfficial BAH rate lookup and PCS allowances
Military OneSourceFree relocation planning and family support
Fort Knox installation websiteHousing office, in-processing, and post news