U.S. ArmySouth Shore · Honolulu

Fort Shafter

Home of U.S. Army Pacific (USARPAC) HQ. Historic post right in town — one of the shortest commutes to downtown Honolulu.

Location

Where Ft. Shafter Sits on Oahu

Fort Shafter, HI 96858

Where to Live

Suggested Areas & Drive Times

Aiea / Salt Lake
10–15 min

Condos + single family, easy H-1 access.

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Moanalua
5 min

Adjacent neighborhood — walk/short drive to gate.

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Kalihi / Liliha
5–10 min

Affordable, local, close-in.

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Kailua (Windward)
25–35 min

Beach lifestyle if you'll take the Pali.

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Ewa Beach
varies

New construction, family suburbs, golf-course living on the west side.

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Kapolei
varies

Oahu's master-planned Second City — shopping, schools, and new builds.

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Makakilo
varies

Hillside living above Kapolei — ocean views and cooler temps.

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2026 BAH · Honolulu County

Your Housing Allowance at Ft. Shafter

All Oahu bases fall under the Honolulu County BAH zone. Sample rates below — full charts available on request.

RankWith DependentsWithout Dependents
E-5$4,020$3,015
E-7$4,545$3,411
E-9$5,283$3,963
W-3$5,151$3,864
O-1$4,020$3,015
O-3$5,283$3,963
O-5$5,712$4,284
Off Duty

Things To Do Near Ft. Shafter

  • Downtown Honolulu / Chinatown
  • Bishop Museum
  • Ala Moana Beach & Center
  • Punchbowl Cemetery
  • Waikiki (10 min)
Neighborhoods

Places To Live Near Base

MoanaluaSalt LakeAieaKalihiNuuanu

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