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Your PCS command center · Camp Mabry
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National Guard · Austin, TX
National Guard / Air National Guard Installation
PCS Information
Official sources change often. We link to the authoritative source rather than copying details that go out of date.
Links reviewed September 2026 — always confirm details with the official source.
Airport distances are straight-line estimates from the installation.
Housing decision
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Sector 02 · Off-base Living
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Arrival guide
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Contacts & family support
Phone numbers and offices from the official DoD MilitaryINSTALLATIONS directory and Military.com's base guide. Numbers can change — confirm before you visit.
BAH
Sample monthly rates with dependents. Your rate depends on rank, dependency status, and the duty station ZIP code on your orders.
E-5 with dependents
$2,241
O-3 with dependents
$3,447
Sample rates shown for planning only. Links reviewed September 2026 — always confirm details with the official source.
Neighborhood Guide
Towns and neighborhoods near Camp Mabry, with estimated drive times.
Rents are 2023 Census median gross rents; county medians are used where town-level figures are unavailable.
Austin, TX is about 1 mile from the installation — roughly a 5-minute drive (estimate).
West Lake Hills, TX is about 3 miles from the installation — roughly a 6-minute drive (estimate).
Lost Creek, TX is about 5 miles from the installation — roughly a 9-minute drive (estimate).
Barton Creek, TX is about 6 miles from the installation — roughly a 12-minute drive (estimate).
Sunset Valley, TX is about 7 miles from the installation — roughly a 13-minute drive (estimate).
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| Austin | West Lake Hills | Lost Creek | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive to base (est.) | 5 min | 6 min | 9 min |
| Median rent | $1,669/mo | $1,669/mo | $1,669/mo |
| Rent vs. E-5 BAH | Under by $572 | Under by $572 | Under by $572 |
Drive times are straight-line estimates. Rents are 2023 Census median gross rents; some smaller towns use county medians where town figures are unavailable. Town list from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Schools
Nearest public schools from the U.S. Department of Education's official directory. Drive times are estimates.
| School | Type | Grades | From base |
|---|---|---|---|
CASIS EL AUSTIN | Elementary | PK–5 | 5 min |
BRYKER WOODS EL AUSTIN | Elementary | K–5 | 5 min |
HIGHLAND PARK EL AUSTIN | Elementary | K–5 | 5 min |
GULLETT EL AUSTIN | Elementary | PK–5 | 6 min |
O HENRY MIDDLE AUSTIN | Middle | 6–8 | 5 min |
LAMAR MIDDLE AUSTIN | Middle | 6–8 | 6 min |
MCCALLUM H S AUSTIN | High | 9–12 | 6 min |
AUSTIN H S AUSTIN | High | 9–12 | 7 min |
Moving
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Links reviewed September 2026 — always confirm details with the official source.
Your PCS Team
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PCS Battle Buddy
Trained on National Guard data, local schools, neighborhoods, and BAH — ask anything about your PCS to this base.
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Your PCS Timeline
The 7 phases every family runs when PCSing to Camp Mabry. MilitaryPCS follows you through every step.
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HHG, DITY, storage, and pet transport — all in one checklist.
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From the Community
Honest takes from spouses and service members who've been through it.
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Installation Resources
Curated in-processing, MWR, family readiness, and off-base essentials.
Official installation overview, in-processing, and reporting instructions.
Open resourceBranch family support program for spouses and dependents.
Open resourceGyms, pools, outdoor rec, tickets, and on-base discounts.
Open resourceMain gate, housing office, DEERS/ID card, medical, and key phone numbers.
Open resourceEnrollment support and school transition help through DoDEA / MCEC.
Open resourceMSEP employers, remote work, and licensing portability via MySECO.
Open resourceWhy MilitaryPCS
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