Fort Jackson
ArmyColumbia, South Carolina
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Fort Jackson trains and develops Soldiers in order to build readiness at scale for our Army and provides a community where our Soldiers, Army Civilians, and Families have every opportunity to excel.
Housing & BAH
Housing options near Fort Jackson include on-base family housing, privatized military housing, and off-base rentals in the Columbia area.
BAH rates for the Columbia, South Carolina 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 Columbia 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 Fort Jackson for help with school enrollment, records transfer, and special education services.
Medical
Fort Jackson 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 Columbia area.
Things to Do
The Columbia, South Carolina 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 Fort Jackson for discounted tickets, trips, and events exclusively for service members and their families.