What is the COLA index at Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield?

The OCONUS COLA index at Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield is 120, meaning everyday goods and services cost approximately 20% more than the U.S. average. COLA is a tax-free allowance that offsets this difference. Source: DTMO, January 2026.

Is military pay at Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield taxable?

The planner treats Basic Pay as taxable and BAH, OCONUS COLA, and BAS as non-taxable allowances. It does not estimate a tax-free percentage when a required allowance is unavailable.

What currency is used at Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield?

Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield is in Hawaii, which uses the US Dollar (USD). The approximate exchange rate is 1 USD = 1 USD. OHA and COLA are paid in USD but fluctuate with the exchange rate.

Housing allowance availability reviewed September 17, 2026

Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield Overseas Pay & BAH Information

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COLA Index: 120

BAH

Available military pay components for Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield, Hawaii. Housing uses BAH. Missing allowances make compensation totals unavailable.

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Years of Service: 4

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Data availability: Unverified OHA figures have been withdrawn. Missing allowances are not treated as zero. Alaska and Hawaii use BAH. Available components remain estimates. COLA indices are from January 2026. Basic pay reflects 2026 DFAS tables. Verify current rates with your finance office or at travel.dod.mil.

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OHA lookup (rates unavailable here): DTMO. OCONUS COLA: DTMO. Basic Pay: DFAS 2026. BAS: DFAS. All allowances are estimates and vary by family size and location.

Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield BAH

Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield uses Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH). Alaska and Hawaii are BAH locations. See the installation BAH page for rates by exact pay grade and dependency status.

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Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield OCONUS COLA : Cost of Living

COLA Index

120

Cost Above US Baseline

+20%

Index Effective Date

July 16, 2025

OCONUS COLA is a non-taxable allowance that offsets higher overseas living costs. Your actual COLA amount depends on pay grade, years of service, and number of dependents. Source: DTMO, January 2026. Index updated multiple times per year.

Additional Allowances & Data Sources

BAS (Enlisted)	$453/mo : tax-free. Source: DFAS, effective Jan 1, 2026.
BAS (Officer)	$312/mo : tax-free. Source: DFAS, effective Jan 1, 2026.
Basic Pay	DFAS 2026 pay tables (3.8% increase). Varies by grade and years of service.
BAH	Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield uses Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH). Alaska and Hawaii are BAH locations. See the installation BAH page for rates by exact pay grade and dependency status.
COLA Index	DTMO, January 2026. Updated multiple times per year based on local costs and exchange rates.

Last reviewed: September 17, 2026. Verify at travel.dod.mil and dfas.mil.

Understanding Your Pay at Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield

Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield uses Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH). Alaska and Hawaii are BAH locations. See the installation BAH page for rates by exact pay grade and dependency status. You may also receive OCONUS COLA to help cover higher living costs.

How Housing Allowances Work

The biggest difference: BAH is a fixed monthly amount you keep regardless of your actual rent. OHA only reimburses what you actually pay, up to the rental ceiling. If your rent is below the OHA ceiling, you receive less than the maximum. If it exceeds the ceiling, you pay the difference out of pocket. OHA rates also fluctuate with the US Dollar exchange rate.

Tax Advantages at Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield

The planner treats Basic Pay as taxable and BAH, OCONUS COLA, and BAS as non-taxable. A tax-free percentage and civilian salary comparison require every allowance component.

About Schofield Barracks/Wheeler Army Airfield

Welcome to Schofield Barracks home to the headquarters of the US Army Garrison Hawaii, on the beautiful island of Oahu, Hawaii! The garrison can be traced back to as early as 1908, however, the post grew quickly during World War II. The installation has filled various support roles for the Pacific and is the home of the 25th Infantry Division (Light), US Army Support Command Hawaii, the 45th Corps Support Group (Forward), and the US Army Law Enforcement Command (Prov). The garrison is headquartered at Wheeler Army Airfield and serves nearly 100,000 soldiers, civilians, and family members stationed on the islands of Hawaii. Schofield Barracks is just one of the 22 Army installations around the islands and home to the 25th Infantry Division. It is set at the foot of the Waianae Mountain Rang...

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