HILL AFB
AIR FORCE
Clearfield, UT
United States
HILL AFB
AIR FORCE
Clearfield, UT
United States
Hill AFB
Base Essentials
Home of the F-35A and one of the Air Force's largest air logistics complexes outside Salt Lake City — Utah's outdoor lifestyle, strong schools, and a rapidly growing Wasatch Front make this a highly sought posting.
Base Details
Type
Air Force Base
Branch
AIR FORCE
Command
AFMC
Status
Active
Est.
1940
Acres
6,700
Active Duty
4,500
Civilian
7,000
Population
700,000
Economic Impact
$3.5 billion
Hill AFB History
Named AfterMajor Ployer Peter Hill
Hill Air Force Base near Ogden, Utah, was established in 1940 and serves as a major logistics and sustainment hub for the Air Force. It is home to the Ogden Air Logistics Complex, which performs depot-level maintenance on the F-16, F-35, A-10, and intercontinental ballistic missiles. Hill also hosts the 388th Fighter Wing and the 419th Fighter Wing, the first active-duty and Reserve wings to operate the F-35A Lightning II. The base is one of the largest employers in Utah and plays a critical role in sustaining Air Force combat power.
Units Stationed
Unit
Nickname
Type
Ogden Air Logistics Complex
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388th Fighter Wing (F-35A)
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419th Fighter Wing (AFRC)
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Historic Timeline
1940
Established as Ogden Air Depot
1948
Redesignated Hill Air Force Base
2015
First F-35A Fighter Wing Declared Combat Ready
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1940
Established as Ogden Air Depot
The installation opened in 1940 as the Ogden Air Depot, a major logistics and maintenance center for Army Air Corps aircraft. It was renamed Hill Field in 1943 in honor of Major Ployer P. Hill, a test pilot killed in a 1935 crash of the prototype B-17.
1948
Redesignated Hill Air Force Base
The installation was redesignated Hill Air Force Base in 1948, consolidating its identity as both an operational flying base and the home of the Ogden Air Logistics Complex — one of the Air Force's largest depot maintenance facilities.
2015
First F-35A Fighter Wing Declared Combat Ready
The 388th Fighter Wing at Hill AFB was declared the first combat-ready F-35A unit in the Air Force in 2016, completing the transition from F-16s to the fifth-generation fighter. Hill serves as the primary F-35A maintenance and logistics hub for the Air Force.
Phone Directory
Key phone numbers for Hill AFB.
Hill AFB Base Gates
Entry points, hours, and access requirements for Hill AFB.
Gate hours can change suddenly during special exercises, holidays, and operational periods. We always recommend confirming details before you travel.
Latest News
Recent articles and updates from Hill AFB.
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PCS & Newcomers
Everything you need to know for your move to Hill AFB.
Welcome center hours and contact details can change. We recommend confirming before you visit or call.
75th Force Support Squadron — Military and Family Readiness Center (M&FRC)
Phone
(801) 777-4681Hours
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 0730–1630; Wed: 0730–1330
In-Processing
Upon arrival during normal duty hours, personnel report to their unit's Commander Support Staff. The Military Personnel Section Customer Service Desk (Building 430, 7437 6th Street; phone: (801) 777-3773) handles records and scheduling for all required in-processing appointments. First-term airmen attend the First Term Airmen Newcomer Orientation; senior personnel receive separate briefings coordinated by the CSS.
All incoming spouses and family members are invited to attend "Arrive and Thrive," a spouse-focused orientation program covering military life essentials and community networking. Contact the M&FRC at (801) 777-4681 for upcoming session dates.
Hill AFB is home to the 388th Fighter Wing (F-35A) and the Ogden Air Logistics Complex, one of the largest air logistics centers in the world. The Salt Lake City metro area — just 25 miles south — offers world-class skiing, hiking, and a strong job market for military spouses.
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Housing & BAH
On-post housing, cost of living, and BAH info for Hill AFB.
On-post family housing at Hill AFB is managed by Balfour Beatty Communities (Falcon's Landing Communities). The on-post neighborhoods offer 2–5 bedroom homes convenient to the flight line and base facilities. Given Hill's location in the Wasatch Front metro corridor, many families choose off-post housing in communities throughout Davis, Weber, and Cache counties. Hi…
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$1,700/mo
rent
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$420,000
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Schools & Education
K-12 schools, colleges, and education resources near Hill AFB.
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Where To Live
Hill AFB is located between Ogden and Salt Lake City in the Wasatch Front, Utah — one of the most physically spectacular settings of any Air Force installation. The 388th and 419th Fighter Wings call Hill home. Weber and Davis counties provide a range of communities from the established suburbs of Layton and Clearfield to the growing cities of Ogden and South Ogden. Utah has strong public schools and a very family-oriented culture.
Layton
Suburban
Layton is the most popular community for Hill AFB families, offering excellent Davis County School District schools, easy I-15 access to the base's south gate, and a full-service retail corridor along Main Street and Antelope Drive. The city has a strong community character, well-maintained parks, and good access to skiing at Snowbasin and Powder Mountain. Home prices are higher than the Ogden area but hold value exceptionally well.
Commute: 12 min
Schools: Davis School District
Families with kids
Dual military
Outdoorsy types
Retirees
Top Davis County schools, Snowbasin ski resort proximity, strong community character, excellent home value appreciation
Clearfield / Clinton
Suburban
Directly adjacent to Hill's main gate, Clearfield and Clinton are the most convenient off-post communities with the shortest commutes. Davis County Schools serve both. Housing is more affordable than Layton. Clinton has a quieter residential character; Clearfield has more commercial activity. Many junior enlisted and NCO families choose this corridor for the commute advantage and cost savings.
Commute: 6 min
Schools: Davis School District
Single service members
Budget-friendly
Families with kids
Dual military
Shortest commute to Hill, very affordable Davis County housing, same excellent school district as Layton
Ogden
Urban
Weber County's largest city, Ogden has undergone a remarkable renaissance — the historic 25th Street downtown now anchors a vibrant food, arts, and outdoor recreation scene with access to some of Utah's best ski resorts (Snowbasin, Powder Mountain, Nordic Valley). Weber School District serves the city. Ogden is more affordable than Layton and gives families a genuine city character alongside world-class skiing.
Commute: 18 min
Schools: Weber School District
Single service members
Outdoorsy types
Retirees
Families with kids
Historic downtown revival, closest major city to top Utah ski resorts, craft brewery and restaurant scene, Weber School District
Taxes & Finance
State tax policy and financial info for service members at Hill AFB.
State Income Tax
Has state income tax
Military Pay
Partially exempt
Retirement Pay
Partially exempt
Vehicle Tax Exempt
No
Military Pay Details
Utah taxes active duty military pay for Utah legal residents but provides a nonrefundable military income tax credit of…
Spouse Income Tax
Under MSRRA, military spouses may maintain their legal domicile outside Utah for Utah income tax purposes. A qualifying…
Vehicle Registration
Utah charges a 6.85% sales tax on vehicle purchases (combined state and county rates). Military members who are not Utah…
Property Tax
Utah has low to moderate property tax rates. Davis County (Hill AFB area) has competitive rates in the Wasatch Front. Ut…
Pet Policies at Hill AFB
Pet policies, vet services, and resources at Hill AFB.
Emergency Vet
Coming soon
On-Base Vet Clinic
Coming soon
Restricted Breeds
8
Prohibited Animals
4
Dog Parks
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Boarding & Kennels
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Pet Guidance
2
Max Pets
Facilities & Services
On-base services and facilities at Hill AFB.
Commissary
1
Hill AFB Commissary
Exchange
BX
Mon–Sat 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sun & Holidays 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Medical
1
75th Medical Group Clinic — Clinic
Childcare & Youth
CDC Available
MWR & Recreation
1
Fitness Center
Employment & Education
Coming soon
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hill AFB.
01
What are the visitor gate hours?
West Gate is the main visitor access gate and is open 24 hours a day. Other gates are restricted to military and DoD ID holders — see the Gates section for full schedules.
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02
How do visitor passes work?
Visitors must be sponsored by someone with base access and should contact the installation's Visitor Control Center in advance with their government-issued ID and vehicle info. Day passes are issued at the gate; extended access may require additional coordination.
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What is BAH and how is it calculated?
BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing) is a monthly stipend based on your pay grade, dependency status, and the duty station ZIP code — it is not counted as taxable income. Rates are updated each January; use the BAH Calculator in the Finance section to see current figures for Hill AFB.
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What should I do first after receiving PCS orders?
Contact the gaining installation's housing office and military transportation office (TMO/PPSO) immediately after orders are issued. Apply for on-base housing right away — waitlists at many installations run 6–18 months.
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Does TRICARE cover local providers?
TRICARE covers both the on-base military treatment facility and authorized civilian providers in the surrounding community. Use the provider finder at tricare.mil to confirm in-network options near Hill AFB.
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