E-5 BAH Rates in Fargo, ND (2026)

The 2026 Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rate for an E-5 (Sergeant (SGT)) stationed in Fargo, ND is $1,707 per month with dependents and $1,281 per month without dependents. This rate is $582 below the national average for E-5.

BAH is a tax-free housing allowance paid to service members who do not live in government housing. Combined with E-5 base pay of $4,110/mo (at 6 years of service) and BAS of $476.95/mo, total monthly compensation in Fargo is approximately $6,293.95 with dependents or $5,867.95 without.

E-5 BAH: Fargo vs National Average

	Fargo	National Avg	Difference
With Dependents	$1,707	$2,289	−$582
Without Dependents	$1,281	$1,871	−$590

E-5 Total Monthly Compensation in Fargo

Here is how E-5 pay breaks down for a service member with 6 years of service stationed in Fargo:

Component	With Dependents	Without Dependents
Base Pay	$4,110	$4,110
BAH	$1,707	$1,281
BAS	$476.95	$476.95
Total	$6,293.95	$5,867.95

Base pay shown for 6 years of service. BAH and BAS are tax-free. Actual take-home pay will differ after federal tax on base pay. Use our Military Pay Calculator for a personalized estimate.

Other Ranks in Fargo

• E-3 — $1,521/mo
• E-4 — $1,521/mo
• E-6 — $2,337/mo
• E-7 — $2,400/mo
• O-1 — $1,785/mo
• O-2 — $2,328/mo
• O-3 — $2,511/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 2026 BAH rate for E-5 in Fargo?

The 2026 E-5 BAH rate in Fargo is $1,707/mo with dependents and $1,281/mo without dependents.

What is the total monthly pay for E-5 in Fargo?

An E-5 with 6 years of service in Fargo earns approximately $6,293.95/mo total compensation with dependents (base pay $4,110 + BAH $1,707 + BAS $476.95). Without dependents: $5,867.95/mo.

Is Fargo BAH above or below average?

E-5 BAH in Fargo is $582 below the national average of $2,289/mo with dependents.

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