Eielson AFB
Air ForceFairbanks, Alaska
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The 354th Fighter Wing is the host unit at Eielson Air Force Base and is assigned to 11th Air Force, headquartered at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson near Anchorage, Alaska. Eleventh Air Force falls under Pacific Air Forces, which is headquartered at...
Housing & BAH
Housing options near Eielson AFB include on-base family housing, privatized military housing, and off-base rentals in the Fairbanks area.
BAH rates for the Fairbanks, Alaska 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 Fairbanks 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 Eielson AFB for help with school enrollment, records transfer, and special education services.
Medical
Eielson 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 Fairbanks area.
Things to Do
The Fairbanks, Alaska 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 Eielson AFB for discounted tickets, trips, and events exclusively for service members and their families.