Fort Huachuca, Arizona
Preparing for a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) to Fort Huachuca in Arizona? Our guide is designed for service members and their families relocating to this Arizona base. This in-depth resource covers everything from Fort Huachuca housing and BAH to in-processing details, local schools, and other essential base services.
Fort Huachuca Fast Facts
- Location: Cochise County, Arizona
- Zip Code: 85613/85670
- Branch: U.S. Army
- Main Mission/Notable units: Serves as the Center for Military Intelligence (MI), Cybersecurity, and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Training
- Main Operator: 520-533-7111
- Population: ~ 5,600 Military, ~ 8,000 Civilians, and ~ 11,000 Family Members
- Official Website: Fort Huachuca
Fort Huachuca Check-In & In-Processing
If you’re coming onto the installation for the first time, enter through the Van Deman Gate. Staffers can point you to your unit, answer general questions about the installation, and provide a map to help you get your bearings.
Where you check in next depends on when you show up. During regular duty hours, you’ll go straight to your gaining unit. Officers sign in at their assigned organization, and enlisted Soldiers report to their battalion, or brigade S-1. If you arrive outside of duty hours, the Welcome Center can stamp your orders and help you secure temporary lodging so you’re not stuck waiting until morning.
Key Documents to Hand-Carry:
- Passports for all family members
- Shot records and any immunization documentation
- Birth, marriage, divorce, adoption, and death certificates
- Wills, powers of attorney, and legal paperwork
- Naturalization certificates and immigration/citizenship documents
- Recent tax returns and paperwork needed to file taxes
- Homeownership documents, mortgage info, and property records
- Service records and any important military paperwork
- Bank account information, savings bonds, and other financial documents
- Social Security cards
- Vehicle titles, registration, and shipping paperwork
- Receipts for high-value household items
- Household goods (HHG) inventory lists
- School records for dependents
Newcomer’s Briefing
Once you’ve officially signed in, your unit will set up the rest of your in-processing. Permanent party Soldiers are scheduled for the Personnel Processing Center briefing, held Tuesdays from 7:30 a.m. to noon at TAPS (908 Butler Rd., Building 22420). That session handles your personnel records, travel pay, and medical and dental record updates in one stop.
You’ll also attend the Newcomers Orientation on Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to noon at the Murr Community Center (Building 51301). That briefing covers everything from legal assistance and family programs to environmental services, ASAP/Suicide Prevention, and Child & Youth Services, giving you a full picture of what’s available on post.
Look up the BAH in your new duty location by searching for your zip code’s housing allowance using our BAH Calculator. You can also review our complete list of Military Bases by State.
Fort Huachuca Housing & Lodging
On-Base Housing
Housing on Fort Huachuca is privatized and managed by Mountain Vista Communities (MVC), in a partnership between the Army and Michaels Military Housing. On-post options include one- and two-story single-family homes and duplexes, ranging from 1880s cavalry-era homes to newly built and recently renovated units.
MVC oversees the housing neighborhoods, while Michaels Military Housing handles construction and long-term development under its 50-year plan to modernize more than a thousand family units. Currently, the installation has about 1,120 homes available with new builds and renovations continuing over the next several years.
Contact the Military Housing Office (MHO) as soon as you receive your orders to be added to the waitlist.
- Housing Services Office: 520-533-3611/ Family Housing Office: 520-533-0170
- Privatized Housing Partner: Mountain Vista Communities / 520-515-9000
Off-Base Housing: Best Neighborhoods & Cities
Many service members and families live in the nearby communities surrounding Fort Huachuca.
Sierra Vista: At just 4 miles, Sierra Vista is the closest city to Fort Huachuca and the main off-post housing area. It offers a wide range of rental properties and homes for sale, as well as quick access to schools, shopping, and services.
Huachuca City: A small town about 7 miles from base, Huachuca City is popular with families looking for quieter neighborhoods and lower housing costs.
Hereford: Located roughly 23 miles from base, Hereford has a more rural feel, with larger lots, mountain views, and a mix of newer homes and established neighborhoods.
Temporary Lodging (TLF) & On-Base Inn
On-base lodging options at Fort Huachuca are through IHG Army Hotels. Because availability fills quickly (especially during PCS season), it’s best to make reservations well ahead of your arrival. Pet-friendly rooms are available but limited, so be sure to request one if you’re traveling with an animal. Check the Post Access contact list for the installation beforehand to ensure you have the most up-to-date entry requirements.
- Reservations: 1-877-711-TEAM (8326)
Fort Huachuca BAH, Cost of Living, and Allowances
Your Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) is based on your rank, dependent status, and the base’s zip code. The cost of living in Cochise County, Arizona, is lower than the national average.
See the 2025 BAH Rates for Fort Huachuca 85613/85670 [Internal Link to your BAH Calculator]
Schools & Child Care Near Fort Huachuca
Fort Huachuca is home to three public schools, which serve children living on the installation.
- Colonel Johnston Elementary (Grades K-2)
- General Myer Elementary: (Grades 3-5)
- Colonel Smith Middle School: (Grades 6-8)
Look up the BAH in your new duty location by searching for your zip code’s housing allowance using our BAH Calculator. You can also review our complete list of Military Bases by State.
Local School Districts
For those living off-base, the primary school district is Sierra Vista Unified School District. This district includes seven elementary schools (K–5), one middle school (grades 6–8), and Buena High School, which serves all high school students living in Sierra Vista and on Fort Huachuca.
The School Liaison Office (SLO) is your primary resource for all questions regarding school registration, transfers, and local education options.
- School Liaison Office: 520-533-0874
Child Development Centers (CDC)
Fort Huachuca has two Child Development Centers providing full-day, part-day, toddler, and pre-kindergarten programs for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. New Beginnings CDC supports full-day care, part-day preschool, kindergarten wraparound care, hourly care, and rent-a-space options. Expanding Horizons CDC also offers part-day toddler and pre-K programs with multiple scheduling alternatives. Registration is handled through MilitaryChildCare.com, and Family Child Care (FCC) homes are also available.
Key Contacts: Fort Huachuca Directory
- Base Operator: 520-533-7111
- Housing Services Office: 520-533-3611/ Family Housing Office: 520-533-0170
- Privatized Housing: 520-515-9000
- Temporary Lodging (Inn): 1-877-711-TEAM (8326)
- In-Processing/Welcome Center: Monday- Friday (7 AM to 5 PM) 520-533-2291, after duty hours 520-678-8369
- School Liaison Office: 520-533-0874
- CDC Registration: MilitaryChildCare.com
- Medical Clinic / TRICARE: 520-533-9200
- Public Affairs Office: (520) 538-5362
Base Mission and Units
Fort Huachuca’s mission centers on training the Army’s Military Intelligence force, overseeing global network and cybersecurity operations through NETCOM, and supporting a wide range of testing and evaluation work for Army systems. It’s home to the U.S. Army Intelligence Center of Excellence, NETCOM, the 2-13th Aviation Regiment, the Electronic Proving Ground, the Joint Interoperability Test Command, and more than 48 tenant organizations across multiple services.
Look up the BAH in your new duty location by searching for your zip code’s housing allowance using our BAH Calculator. You can also review our complete list of Military Bases by State.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Fort Huachuca
What is Fort Huachuca best known for?
Fort Huachuca is known as the home of U.S. Army intelligence, electronic warfare, and unmanned aircraft operations. It’s one of the Army’s major hubs for intel training, testing, and development.
What is Fort Huachuca’s zip code?
The main zip code for Fort Huachuca is 85613. However, it also uses 85670.
Can civilians visit Fort Huachuca?
Yes, civilians can visit Fort Huachuca. U.S. visitors aged 18 or older must stop at the Van Deman Gate Visitor Control Center for a background check and present a REAL ID-compliant form of ID to get an access badge. Non-U.S. citizens must be escorted at all times by someone with a valid DoD/DoW ID; entry is not granted without an escort.
What is the closest major airport to Fort Huachuca?
The closest major airport to Fort Huachuca is Tucson International Airport (TUS), about 50 miles away. There is also Sierra Vista Municipal Airport (FHU) on-post, which is used for small planes or general aviation.
VA Facilities in Arizona
Are you a veteran or retiree looking for VA facilities in the State of Arizona? The following list includes addresses and contact numbers for VA healthcare clinics, vet centers, and VA National Cemeteries in the state.
Look up the BAH in your new duty location by searching for your zip code’s housing allowance using our BAH Calculator. You can also review our complete list of Military Bases by State.
VA Health Clinics In Arizona
Payson VA Clinic
903 East Highway 260
Suite 2
Payson, AZ 85541-4972
928-363-1081
Anthem VA Clinic
41810 North Venture Drive
Building B
Anthem, AZ 85086-3169
623-249-2300
Mental health: 928-776-6071
Cottonwood VA Clinic
501 South Willard Street
Cottonwood, AZ 86326-8120
928-649-1532
Mental health: 928-776-6071
Northeast Phoenix VA Clinic
11390 East Via Linda Road
Suite 105
Scottsdale, AZ 85259-4075
480-579-2200
Mental health: 480-579-2205
Thunderbird VA Clinic
9424 North 25th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85021-2714
602-633-6900
Mental health: 602-633-6900
Carl T. Hayden Veterans’ Administration Medical Center
650 East Indian School Road
Phoenix, AZ 85012-1839
602-277-5551
Mental health: 602-222-2752 x2752
Phoenix Midtown VA Clinic
5040 North 15th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85015-3328
602-234-7080
Phoenix VA Clinic
1500 East Thomas Road
Community Resource & Referral Center (CRRC)
Suite 106
Phoenix, AZ 85014-5748
602-248-6040
VA Benefits Sites in Arizona
VetSuccess on Campus at Arizona State University
301 E. Orange St
Memorial Student Union, Lower Level, Room 75
Tempe, AZ 85287
480-727-5627
Phoenix VA Regional Benefit Office
3333 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85012
800-827-1000
Pre-Discharge Site, Luke Air Force Base
7282 N 137th Avenue
Luke Air Force Base, 56 MSS/DFB Building 1113
AZ 85309
800-827-1212
VA Vet Centers in Arizona
Phoenix Vet Center
4020 North 20th Street
Suite 110
Phoenix, AZ 85016
602-640-2981
VA National Cemeteries in Arizona
National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona
23029 N Cave Creek Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85024
480-513-3600
Other Military Bases in the Continental United States
- Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas
- Buckley Space Force Base, Colorado
- Los Angeles Air Force Base, California
- Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California
- MacDill Air Force Base, Florida
Look up the BAH in your new duty location by searching for your zip code’s housing allowance using our BAH Calculator. You can also review our complete list of Military Bases by State.
