MacDill AFB
Air ForceTampa, Florida
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The MacDill AFB is an Air Mobility Command (AMC) base, capable of rapidly projecting air-refueling power anywhere in the world. Organized into four groups to carry out a two-fold mission of air refueling and airlift support to the two Unified Command...
Housing & BAH
Housing options near MacDill AFB include on-base family housing, privatized military housing, and off-base rentals in the Tampa area.
BAH rates for the Tampa, Florida 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 Tampa 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 MacDill AFB for help with school enrollment, records transfer, and special education services.
Medical
MacDill 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 Tampa area.
Things to Do
The Tampa, Florida 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 MacDill AFB for discounted tickets, trips, and events exclusively for service members and their families.