Yes, the increased pay is accounted for in the extra housing allowance. Those who live on base give up the housing allowance. If there are no accommodations on

Yes, the increased pay is accounted for in the extra housing allowance. Those who live on base give up the housing allowance. If there are no accommodations on base you might have to rent in town, or you can choose to do so depending on rank. Typically there are waiting lists for base housing, but that depends on location.