Question 1

Is the PCS Family Calculator free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The PCS Family Calculator is completely free for service members and always will be. Optional tips support the tool, and 80% of tip proceeds are donated to service-member charities chosen by community vote.

Question 2

Does it calculate BAH and OHA?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It uses exact 2026 DTMO BAH rates for CONUS locations (by ZIP) and exact Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA) for 600+ overseas localities, plus utility allowance and MIHA estimates.

Question 3

Which military branches does it support?

Accepted Answer

All branches — Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Space Force, and Coast Guard — for ranks E-1 through O-10, with or without dependents.

Question 4

Is this an official government tool?

Accepted Answer

No. It is an independent planning tool by Alloro Systems and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the Department of Defense, any military branch, or the U.S. government. Data comes from official DFAS, DTMO, GSA, HUD, and JTR sources.

Question 5

How accurate are the rates?

Accepted Answer

Base pay uses official 2026 DFAS tables and BAH/OHA use official 2026 DTMO data. Figures are planning estimates — always confirm your specific entitlements with your unit finance or pay office.

Question 6

Does it work for overseas (OCONUS) PCS moves?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Pick your overseas country and locality to get the exact DTMO OHA rate (in USD with local currency shown), plus OCONUS COLA, utility allowance, and MIHA, and the PCS entitlements that apply to overseas moves.