Fort Belvoir

Fort Belvoir is in Virginia and is a pivotal base offering logistical and administrative support to over 120 varied satellite organizations. This vital base houses numerous Army command headquarters, units, and agencies. It comprises elements from nine distinct Army major commands and entities, with a workforce nearly double that of The Pentagon.

Base Operator:
703-806-0831

Address:
9500 Pohick Road
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060

What Kind of Base is Fort Belvoir?

Fort Belvoir’s history is deeply entwined with the former Belvoir plantation. Initially developed as Camp A. A. Humphreys from 1917 to 1935, it now serves as a critical support hub for America’s Armed Forces. The base is home to various prominent entities, including the Defense Logistics Agency, the Defense Acquisition University, the Defense Contract Audit Agency, and the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. As Fairfax County’s top employer, its importance can’t be overstated.

Fort Belvoir History

• Fort Belvoir started as Camp A. A. Humphreys during World War I and was renamed in the 1930s after the original Belvoir plantation.
• Major transformations include the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure Commission, which brought a surge in personnel and consolidated major D.C.-area National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) facilities here.
• The base has evolved into a strategic support hub for the U.S. Armed Forces over the years.
• The National Museum of the United States Army, a noteworthy addition, opened its doors to the public in November 2020.
• Today, the U.S. Army oversees and operates Fort Belvoir.

Fort Belvoir Housing

On-post housing options at Fort Belvoir include housing options in 15 distinct villages. They include options of community pools, recreational options as well as playgrounds for children. All E5 ranked soldiers must stay at on-post barracks.

Off-base housing is also available in the surrounding areas, including the nearby city of Alexandria.

To learn more about housing, contact the post’s Housing Office at 703-454-9700.

PCS and TDY Lodging

Fort Belvoir offers temporary housing options at Fort Belvoir Lodging. PCS service members can make reservations for temporary stays 60 days in-advance. Stays can be extended up to 30 days. To make reservations, call Fort Belvoir Lodging at 703-704-8600.

What is the BAH for Fort Belvoir?

The Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) at Fort Belvoir varies depending on rank, years of service and dependency status. Visit the Virginia state BAH page or see the chart below for more information

WASHINGTON, DC METRO AREA BAH Rates

Military Housing Area: DC053

Grade	With Dependents	Without Dependents
E01	$2,811	$2,169
E02	$2,811	$2,169
E03	$2,811	$2,169
E04	$2,811	$2,169
E05	$2,880	$2,538
E06	$3,360	$2,739
E07	$3,525	$2,808
E08	$3,705	$2,982
E09	$3,882	$3,120
W01	$3,381	$2,799
W02	$3,600	$2,979
W03	$3,819	$3,138
W04	$3,909	$3,399
W05	$4,020	$3,564
O01E	$3,558	$2,877
O02E	$3,786	$3,090
O03E	$3,924	$3,354
O01	$2,943	$2,736
O02	$3,354	$2,859
O03	$3,813	$3,186
O04	$4,056	$3,534
O05	$4,224	$3,636
O06	$4,260	$3,798
O07	$4,293	$3,864

For more information, look at BAH rates by state or calculate your exact BAH rate.

Fort Belvoir Surrounding Area

Fort Belvoir, is about 20 miles south of Washington, D.C. The base is surrounded by several towns including Alexandria, Mount Vernon, Woodlawn, and Groveton. The area is rich in history, with the base developed on the site of the former Belvoir plantation, a significant site linked to the prominent Fairfax family. Outdoor and recreational attractions in the area include the Potomac River and numerous parks, providing opportunities for hiking, fishing, and boating. The base is also in proximity to several historical and cultural sites, including the ruins of the Belvoir Mansion and the Fairfax family grave site, both listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Healthcare

The Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center, formerly the Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, is named in honor of U.S. Army Lt. Col. (Dr.) Alexander Thomas Augusta offers on-post care. Spanning over 1.2 million square feet, the center boasts 120 modern inpatient rooms, four clinical centers, an intensive care unit, advanced operating rooms, and specialized cancer and musculoskeletal treatment centers. It offers comprehensive care, from primary to specialized medical and surgical services, to eligible military beneficiaries in Northern Virginia.

Childcare

On-post childcare options are available through four Child Development Centers (CDCs), catering to children as young as infants, to as old as school aged students. Several programs available include full day care, part day care, to school year care.

Schooling

On-post schooling options are available through Fairfax County Schools. Children living on Fort Belvoir will attend either Fort Belvoir Elementary School or Woodlawn Elementary (located just outside the installation), Walt Whitman Middle School or Mount Vernon High School.

For more on education options, you need to call the on-post School Liaison Office at 703-805-1350.