Neighborhoods
Dededo
Suburban island$1,600 to $2,200/mo
Largest village on Guam, good amenities, popular with military families
Yigo
Northern village$1,500 to $2,000/mo
Northern Guam, newer housing developments, quieter area
Tamuning
Commercial/residential$1,700 to $2,400/mo
Near Tumon Bay tourist area, good restaurants, central location
On-base housing
Military communityGovernment quarters provided/mo
Naval Base housing areas for eligible families
Schools
Ratings are a planning snapshot, not an official state or DoDEA accountability score. Confirm the campus, boundaries, and enrollment with the School Liaison before you sign a lease.
Guam High School (DoDEA)
Grades 9-12
DoDEA school on base, excellent programs, strong military family community
McCool Elementary (DoDEA)
Grades K-5
On-base DoDEA elementary, consistently strong ratings
Andersen Middle School (DoDEA)
Grades 6-8
Located at Andersen AFB, serves military families across the island
Housing Intel
On-Post Housing
Family housing available on base; some families live in civilian communities with OHA
Off-Post Rental Market
Off-post rent is reimbursed only up to the ceiling. Guam’s ceiling is published in dollars and does not swing with an exchange rate.
Commute
Guam is a small island; most locations are 15 to 30 minutes from the naval base at Apra Harbor.
Installation Highlights
- Forward-deployed Pacific assignment with strategic importance and career visibility
- World-class scuba diving and snorkeling in some of the clearest water in the Pacific
- Chamorro culture and history create a rich island living experience
- Tumon Bay resort area provides hotels, dining, and entertainment close to base
- Tax-free shopping at the military exchange and duty-free status on many goods