In addition to basic pay, Service member may also receive allowance to offset various expenses connected to military service. Allowances can comprise a significant portion of a Service member's total pay. An additional key benefit of allowances is that the majority of them are not taxed, meaning Service members can utilize the full value of their allowance. 

For additional Allowances information, visit the Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO) Allowances website. 

•  BAH is designed to offset a Service member's housing costs when government-provided housing is not available.

•  BAS is designed to offset the cost of food for enlisted Service members. It is not designed to offset the cost of food for dependents.

• BNA is a monthly allowance given to qualified military families whose income falls below certain Federal guidelines.

•  Clothing allowances may be issued to help members pay for their uniforms.

•  DLA is designed to partially reimburse a Service member expenses incurred during a PCS, a move ordered for the Government's convenience, or due to an evacuation.

•  FSA is designed to address extra expenses that occur when a Service member is involuntarily separated from their dependents. 

 FSSA is designed to assist with costs experienced by Service members with dependents when serving overseas.