Marine Corps Air Station Yuma

Just two miles from Yuma, Arizona, MCAS Yuma’s primary goal is to support aerial weapons training for Atlantic and Pacific Fleet Marine Forces and Navy. Additionally, it serves as the home base for several F-35B Lightning II squadrons, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron 1 (MAWTS-1), and other units. This station also collaborates with Yuma International Airport as a joint-use civilian-military airport.

Base Operator:
928-269-2011

Address:
Ave 3E Main Gate
Yuma, AZ 85365

Air Station Yuma History

It was first known as Fly Field in 1928 and transitioned to Yuma Army Airfield during World War II. After closing briefly in 1945, it reopened in 1954 as a training facility and was later named Vincent Air Force Base in 1956.

Air Station Yuma Housing

MCAS Yuma offers more than 800 homes. Nearly 700 are located on-station. At the 16th Street Family Housing Complex, apartment-style units are seven miles from the station. For more assistance in applying for housing and learning about off-station housing, contact the Housing Office at 928-269-2826.

PCS and TDY Lodging

Marine Corps Air Station Yuma offers temporary lodging for active-duty members, families, retirees, and guests at the Inns of the Corps facility. It’s located two blocks inside the main gate at Building 1088. Dozens of rooms feature kitchenettes with two queen beds. Adjoining rooms and pet-friendly options are available. All rooms include free WiFi. It accepts reservations roughly 90 days in advance. PCS families can book up to a year ahead, prioritizing those with PCS orders. For bookings and pricing, contact 928-269-2262.

What is the BAH for Air Station Yuma?

The Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) at MCAS Yuma varies depending on rank, years of service and dependency status. Visit the Arizona state BAH page or see the chart below for more information.

YUMA, AZ BAH Rates

Military Housing Area: AZ016

Grade	With Dependents	Without Dependents
E01	$1,557	$1,176
E02	$1,557	$1,176
E03	$1,557	$1,176
E04	$1,557	$1,176
E05	$1,698	$1,323
E06	$1,875	$1,425
E07	$1,953	$1,560
E08	$2,037	$1,740
E09	$2,157	$1,779
W01	$1,890	$1,518
W02	$1,989	$1,737
W03	$2,094	$1,788
W04	$2,181	$1,884
W05	$2,292	$1,971
O01E	$1,962	$1,695
O02E	$2,079	$1,770
O03E	$2,196	$1,863
O01	$1,728	$1,410
O02	$1,872	$1,656
O03	$2,091	$1,806
O04	$2,325	$1,950
O05	$2,487	$1,995
O06	$2,508	$2,076
O07	$2,526	$2,112

For more information, look at BAH rates by state or calculate your exact BAH rate.

Air Station Yuma Surrounding Area

MCAS Yuma is situated in the southwest corner of Arizona. It’s roughly a three hour drive from San Diego and Phoenix. Yuma boasts recreational attractions and historical landmarks, and it’s year-round warm weather makes it a tourist destination in the winter. It’s close to the U.S./Mexico border, providing opportunities for international travel.

Healthcare

The Branch Health Clinic offers outpatient care to active-duty service members. Depending on resources, family members, retirees, and their families can also receive care on an enrollment basis. Inpatient care for active duty is available locally or at Naval Centers in San Diego and Camp Pendleton. The clinic operates Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. To schedule, call 928-269-2700.

Note: No ER services are offered on-station. In an emergency, got to the local Yuma Regional Medical Center. Only active-duty military can use the dental clinic.

Childcare

The station offers at lease one Child Development Centers (CDCs). They offer full day care for infants, toddlers and preschool aged children. There are also school year care options for students.

Schooling

Elementary, middle, and high schools are located off-station various Yuma public school districts. Children living on the installation attend schools in town. For more information, call the School Liaison at 928-269-5373.