Barksdale AFB
Air ForceBossier City, Louisiana
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Housing & BAH
Housing options near Barksdale AFB include on-base family housing, privatized military housing, and off-base rentals in the Bossier City area.
BAH rates for the Bossier City, Louisiana area vary by pay grade and dependency status. Check the Entitlements page or ask our AI assistant for personalized BAH estimates.
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Schools
The Bossier City area offers a range of public, private, and DoDEA schools for military families. On-base schools (where available) and nearby off-base options will be listed here.
Contact the School Liaison Officer (SLO) at Barksdale AFB for help with school enrollment, records transfer, and special education services.
Medical
Barksdale AFB provides medical and dental care through its Military Treatment Facility (MTF). Services typically include primary care, pharmacy, immunizations, and specialty referrals through TRICARE.
Enroll at the on-base clinic as soon as possible after arriving. Off-base TRICARE network providers are also available in the Bossier City area.
Things to Do
The Bossier City, Louisiana area has plenty to offer military families — from outdoor recreation and local dining to cultural attractions and family-friendly activities.
Check with MWR (Morale, Welfare & Recreation) at Barksdale AFB for discounted tickets, trips, and events exclusively for service members and their families.