PICATINNY ARSENAL
ARMY
Wharton, NJ
United States
PICATINNY ARSENAL
ARMY
Wharton, NJ
United States
Picatinny Arsenal
Base Essentials
Service members are required to report to the Housing Services Office at their existing and new duty stations before making arrangements to rent, lease or purchase off-post housing. To contact the Housing Services Office, call 973-724-2190. For more information on housing services at Picatinny Arsenal, visit www.housing.army.mil/#!pg=post&sp=welcome . Military family housing at Picatinny Arsenal is provided by Balfour Beatty Communities. Picatinny Homes consist of five neighborhoods with three- to six-bedroom houses in both single-family and townhome styles. Homes in these neighborhoods featur...
Base Details
Type
Army Post
Branch
ARMY
Command
AMC
Status
Active
Est.
1880
Acres
6,500
Active Duty
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Civilian
3,500
Population
380,000
Economic Impact
$1.8 billion
Picatinny Arsenal History
Picatinny Arsenal in northern New Jersey was established in 1880 and is the U.S. military's premier facility for armaments research, development, and engineering. It is home to the Army's Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center and has been involved in developing virtually every major munition and weapons system in the U.S. inventory. Picatinny works on everything from small arms ammunition to advanced missile warheads and energetic materials and continues to drive munitions innovation.
Units Stationed
Unit
Nickname
Type
DEVCOM Armaments Center
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Key phone numbers for Picatinny Arsenal.
Picatinny Arsenal Base Gates
Entry points, hours, and access requirements for Picatinny Arsenal.
Gate hours can change suddenly during special exercises, holidays, and operational periods. We always recommend confirming details before you travel.
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PCS & Newcomers
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In-Processing
In-processing takes place at the Military Personnel Division (MPD), Building 34 North, (973) 724-8053. Hours are Monday–Friday 0800–1530; plan to arrive by 1000 to allow adequate processing time.
Contact the Housing Services Office (HSO) at (973) 724-2190 before arrival to discuss on-post availability and local community housing options in the north New Jersey area.
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Housing & BAH
On-post housing, cost of living, and BAH info for Picatinny Arsenal.
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Schools & Education
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Where To Live
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State tax policy and financial info for service members at Picatinny Arsenal.
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Pet Policies at Picatinny Arsenal
Pet policies, vet services, and resources at Picatinny Arsenal.
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Facilities & Services
On-base services and facilities at Picatinny Arsenal.
Commissary
1
Picatinny Arsenal Commissary
Exchange
PX
Mon–Tue closed; Wed–Fri 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM; Sat 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Sun closed
Medical
1
Picatinny Occupational Health Clinic — Clinic
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Picatinny Arsenal.
01
What are the visitor gate hours?
Main Gate (Route 15) 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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03
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 Picatinny Arsenal.
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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 Picatinny Arsenal.
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