Dyess AFB
Air ForceAbilene, Texas
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Dyess Air Force Base is home to the 7th Bomb Wing (Air Force Global Strike Command) and the 317th Airlift Wing (Air Mobility Command). Together, Dyess Airmen deliver long-range strike and tactical airlift with the B-1B Lancer and C-130J Super Hercule...
Housing & BAH
Housing options near Dyess AFB include on-base family housing, privatized military housing, and off-base rentals in the Abilene area.
BAH rates for the Abilene, Texas area vary by pay grade and dependency status. Check the Entitlements page or ask our AI assistant for personalized BAH estimates.
Base Services Directory
Schools
The Abilene 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 Dyess AFB for help with school enrollment, records transfer, and special education services.
Medical
Dyess 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 Abilene area.
Things to Do
The Abilene, Texas 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 Dyess AFB for discounted tickets, trips, and events exclusively for service members and their families.