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Incirlik Air Base

Incirlik Air Base · Adana, Turkey

E-5 rent ceiling
$501
O-3 rent ceiling
$537
Avg home price
Rent reimbursed up to the ceiling
Branch
Air Force
Air Force3,000+ military and family members

Incirlik Air Base is a NATO installation near Adana in southern Turkey supporting US Air Force operations across the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean. The base provides a unique and challenging overseas assignment in a Muslim-majority country with rich historical sites dating back thousands of years. Adana is a major Turkish city offering vibrant markets, cuisine, and access to Mediterranean beaches and ancient ruins including Cappadocia within a few hours drive.

These are 1 October 2026 DTMO rent ceilings for members with dependents, converted at that pay period’s exchange rate. OHA reimburses the rent on the lease up to the ceiling. Unused ceiling is not paid. A separate utility allowance is paid on top, and the without-dependents ceiling is 90 percent. Dollar amounts move on the 1st and 16th. Confirm the figure on the DTMO OHA lookup before you sign a lease. How OHA differs from BAH

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Where Incirlik Air Base Is

Approximate installation location. Hold ⌘/Ctrl and scroll to zoom.

Neighborhoods

On-Base Housing

Military Housing

Up to the rent ceiling/mo

Most families live on base given the unique cultural and security environment of Turkey.

Adana City

Turkish City

Up to the rent ceiling/mo

Major Turkish city with bazaars, restaurants, and mosques; very affordable off-base living.

Ceyhan Area

Turkish Town

Up to the rent ceiling/mo

Smaller town near the base with a quieter environment and affordable housing options.

Mersin Coast

Mediterranean Coastal

Up to the rent ceiling/mo

Mediterranean coastal city 60 miles west with beaches and resort amenities popular for weekends.

Schools

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Incirlik Elementary School (DoDEA)

Grades K-5

On-base DoDEA elementary providing American education in a unique overseas environment.

Incirlik Middle School (DoDEA)

Grades 6-8

DoDEA middle school on base serving the Incirlik military community.

Incirlik High School (DoDEA)

Grades 9-12

DoDEA high school with AP courses; smaller student body creates a close-knit academic environment.

Housing Intel

On-Post Housing

On-base housing is the primary option for most families. The on-base community is tight-knit and supportive.

Off-Post Rental Market

The Incirlik rent ceiling is low in dollars because the table is in lira. Security considerations lead most families to choose on-base quarters.

Commute

Incirlik is a self-contained installation with most services on base. Adana city is accessible but most families remain on base for daily life.

Installation Highlights

  • Unique NATO assignment in Turkey at the crossroads of Europe, the Middle East, and Asia
  • Access to ancient historical sites including Ephesus, Cappadocia, and the Taurus Mountains
  • Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters
  • Turkish cuisine is world-renowned; lamb, spices, and fresh produce are affordable and exceptional
  • Istanbul is a short flight away for one of the worlds great cities

Official sources

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