Maxwell Air Force Base and Gunter Annex
Updated: September 22, 2023
Written by Veteran.com Team
Maxwell Air Force Base and Gunter Annex, located in Montgomery, Alabama, is a pivotal installation for the Air Education and Training Command (AETC) of the U.S. Air Force (USAF). The base houses the Air University headquarters and the Air Force’s Center for Joint Professional Military Education.
Base Operator:
(334)-953-1110
Address:
2255 Cong W L Dickinson Drive
Montgomery, AL 36109
What Kind of Base is Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex?
The 42d Air Base Wing and the Air Force Reserve Command’s 908th Airlift Wing operate from here, using eight C-130H Hercules aircraft for global theater airlift.
Also part of Maxwell-Gunter AFB is the Gunter Annex, under the 42 ABW. Originally Gunter Field, it merged with Maxwell AFB in 1992. The base also hosts the Federal Prison Camp, Montgomery, for minimum-security male inmates. Over the years, Maxwell AFB has solidified its role as a paramount military education hub, even serving as the USAF’s postgraduate academic center.
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Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex Housing
There are on-base housing options on Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex. The Hunt Military Community manages housing on the base.
If you’re looking to live off-base, there are several options available in-and-around the nearby community of Montgomery, Alabama.
To apply for housing, contact the Maxwell AFB Housing Office at 334-953-5718.
PCS and TDY Lodging
Both Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex offer temporary housing options. University Inn is the the facility, with incoming PCS personnel granted up to 30 days to stay, and outgoing PCS personnel allowed up to 7 days. You can contact the University Inn at 334-416-4656.
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What is the BAH for Maxwell Gunter Air Force Base?
The Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) at Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex varies depending on rank, years of service and dependency status. Visit the Alabama state BAH page or see the chart below for more information.
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MONTGOMERY, AL BAH Rates
Military Housing Area: AL005
| Grade | With Dependents | Without Dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E01 | $1,365 | $1,050 |
| E02 | $1,365 | $1,050 |
| E03 | $1,365 | $1,050 |
| E04 | $1,365 | $1,050 |
| E05 | $1,416 | $1,215 |
| E06 | $1,536 | $1,314 |
| E07 | $1,617 | $1,365 |
| E08 | $1,710 | $1,446 |
| E09 | $1,878 | $1,470 |
| W01 | $1,551 | $1,362 |
| W02 | $1,659 | $1,443 |
| W03 | $1,770 | $1,476 |
| W04 | $1,920 | $1,551 |
| W05 | $2,103 | $1,638 |
| O01E | $1,632 | $1,413 |
| O02E | $1,752 | $1,464 |
| O03E | $1,947 | $1,524 |
| O01 | $1,437 | $1,311 |
| O02 | $1,533 | $1,401 |
| O03 | $1,767 | $1,485 |
| O04 | $2,166 | $1,626 |
| O05 | $2,451 | $1,839 |
| O06 | $2,466 | $1,851 |
| O07 | $2,484 | $1,863 |
For more information, look at BAH rates by state or calculate your exact BAH rate.
Maxwell Gunter Air Force Base Surrounding Area
The surrounding area outside the Maxwell AFB is known as Alabama’s historic River Region. It offers a blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities. Montgomery, the state capital, about an hour-and-fifteen minute drive from Birmingham. It’s about a three-hour drive to Atlanta, Georiga.
Healthcare
On-post medical services are available at the Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex Medical Clinic. It offers a number of services including family practice, pediatrics, and dentistry. Dental services are only for active duty members.
Note: There are no emergency services on-base, so emergency care is required off-base at one of the four local hospitals in Montgomery.
Childcare
The Maxwell Air Force Base and Gunter Annex offers a variety of childcare options through its three Child Development Centers. These centers provide full-day care for infants, toddlers and preschool aged children, and one school year center offers care for students.
Schooling
Maxwell AFB houses a DDESS Elementary School for students in preschool (4-year-olds) through 8th grade residing in permanent housing on Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex. Reach out to the School Liaison Office at 334-953-6430 for more information.
Within 25 miles of Montgomery, 84 public schools cover K-12 education across four county systems: Montgomery, Autauga, Pike Road, and Elmore. These schools offer standard to advanced curriculums, vocational training, and services for students with special needs, including speech therapy.
High school students on base attend Carver Senior (Maxwell) or Lee High School (Gunter) in the Montgomery County System, with bus service available.
