Naval Base Kitsap vs USCG Base Seattle
2026 BAH, cost of living, and housing compared side by side.
USCG Base Seattle has the higher housing allowance ($3,135 vs $2,364 for an E-5 with dependents, a $771/month difference), reflecting its higher local cost of living. Naval Base Kitsap is the more affordable market, where a housing allowance stretches further toward buying a home with a VA loan.
| Naval Base Kitsap | USCG Base Seattle | |
|---|---|---|
| Branch | Navy | Coast Guard |
| Location | Silverdale, WA | Seattle, WA |
| Personnel | 26,000+ | 2,000+ |
| Cost of living | Moderate | High |
| E-5 BAH (w/dep) | $2,364 | $3,135 |
| E-7 BAH (w/dep) | $2,844 | $4,020 |
| O-3 BAH (w/dep) | $3,045 | $4,215 |
| Typical home price | $450k-$620k | $580k-$800k |
BAH source: DoD/DTMO 2026 rate tables (travel.dod.mil). Home prices are typical local ranges.
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