Tobyhanna Army Depot

Tobyhanna Army Depot in Coolbaugh Township, Pennsylvania, is a critical electronics maintenance hub. Its primary role involves logistical support for the U.S. Department of Defense’s C5ISR Systems.

Phone Number:
877-275-8629

Address:
11 Hap Arnold Blvd
Coolbaugh Township, PA 18466

What Kind of Base is Tobyhanna Army Depot?

Tobyhanna Army Depot (TYAD)  emphasizes the sustainment, repair, and overhaul of a diverse range of equipment, including satellite terminals, radar systems, and tactical missile guidance and control systems. It is also home to the U.S. Air Force Technology Repair Center, focusing on tactical ballistic missiles and portable buildings. Apart from maintenance and repair, the installment is critical in engineering design, systems integration, and technology insertion.

Tobyhanna Army Depot Housing

There are currently no residential housing options on-post at Tobyhanna Army Depot due to a major construction project. However, on-post housing options are available in a limited number of barracks.

Off-post housing options are available in the surrounding communities of Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, and Hazleton in the Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania.

To learn more about housing options in the area, contact the Housing Office at 570-615-7888.

PCS and TDY Lodging

At the Tobyhanna Army Depot, temporary lodging options are available for both Temporary Duty (TDY) and Permanent Change of Station (PCS) personnel. The lodging options are in the form of 6 vacation homes and 16 business suites. To make reservations, call 570-615-6343.

What is the BAH for Tobyhanna Army Depot?

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

WILKES-BARRE/SCRANTON, PA BAH Rates

Military Housing Area: PA254

Grade	With Dependents	Without Dependents
E01	$1,572	$1,233
E02	$1,572	$1,233
E03	$1,572	$1,233
E04	$1,572	$1,233
E05	$1,710	$1,359
E06	$1,836	$1,446
E07	$1,866	$1,575
E08	$1,902	$1,740
E09	$2,031	$1,767
W01	$1,851	$1,539
W02	$1,881	$1,737
W03	$1,929	$1,773
W04	$2,070	$1,836
W05	$2,247	$1,872
O01E	$1,869	$1,707
O02E	$1,917	$1,758
O03E	$2,097	$1,824
O01	$1,734	$1,434
O02	$1,833	$1,665
O03	$1,926	$1,782
O04	$2,307	$1,857
O05	$2,583	$1,938
O06	$2,604	$1,953
O07	$2,622	$1,968

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

Tobyhanna Army Depot Surrounding Area

The Tobyhanna Army Depot is nestled in the scenic Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania, specifically in Monroe County. This location is within a short drive from major cities such as Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, and Hazleton, and not too far from New York City and Philadelphia. The surrounding area is rich in outdoor recreational attractions, including seven state parks, 18 waterfalls, 150 lakes, and the expansive 70,000-acre Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The region is also steeped in history and culture, hosting a variety of museums, historical sites, and shopping centers, making it a vibrant and diverse area to explore.

Healthcare

There is a clinic offering on-post medical care at Tobyhanna Army Depot. It primarily addresses and treats work-related injuries.

Note: The on-post clinic does not offer emergency services. The closest medical facilities are:

• St. Luke’s Hospital – Monroe Campus, 19 miles
• Geisinger Community Medical Center, 22 miles
• Lehigh Valley Hospital – Pocono, 24 miles

Childcare

There is one Child Development Center (CDC) at Tobyhanna Army Depot. It offers full-day, part-day, and hourly care services. These centers, such as the one at Tobyhanna Army Depot, provide care for children as young as 6 months to as old as school aged students.

Schooling

There is no housing or schools on Tobyhanna Army Depot. However, the Pocono Mountain School District is the public school system that serves the area of Tobyhanna Army Depot. It consists of three elementary schools, two intermediate and junior high schools, and two high schools.