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Schofield Barracks

Schofield Barracks · Wahiawa, Hawaii

Schofield Barracks is the home of the 25th Infantry Division, the "Tropic Lightning" division, located in the central Oahu highlands near Wahiawa. The installation was memorably featured in "From Here to Eternity" and has been a cornerstone of Pacific defense since before World War II. Families stationed here enjoy the paradise lifestyle of Hawaii while living in one of the most affordable areas on Oahu, with quick access to both the North Shore surf beaches and the Honolulu metro.

E-5 BAH
$3,285
O-3 BAH
$4,110
Avg Home Price
$750,000
Branch
Army
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Neighborhoods

Wahiawa

Central Oahu town

$2,200 to $3,000/mo

Adjacent to post, more affordable than Honolulu, pineapple plantation history

Mililani

Planned suburban community

$2,500 to $3,500/mo

Excellent schools, family-friendly, 20 minutes south, popular with military families

Ewa Beach

Coastal suburban

$2,600 to $3,600/mo

Newer development on the west side of Oahu, growing community, good schools

Haleiwa

North Shore surf town

$2,800 to $4,000/mo

World-famous surfing culture, relaxed lifestyle, beautiful beaches minutes away

Schools

Hawaii Department of Education

Grades K-12

State-run unified system, quality varies by school, research individual campuses

Mililani High School

Grades 9-12

One of Hawaii's top-rated public high schools, excellent academics and sports

Wheeler Middle School

Grades 6-8

On post, serves military children, military-friendly and convenient

Housing Intel

On-Post Housing

On-post housing managed by Lendlease, high demand and common waitlists

Off-Post Rental Market

Hawaii housing costs are among the highest in the nation

Commute

Wahiawa and Mililani provide reasonable commutes of 10 to 25 minutes. Honolulu commuters face Hawaii's notorious H-1 freeway traffic that can extend commutes to 45 to 60 minutes during peak hours.

Installation Highlights

  • 25th Infantry Division has served in every major American conflict since Pearl Harbor
  • Oahu offers world-class surfing on the North Shore, hiking in the Ko'olau Mountains, and beautiful beaches
  • Pearl Harbor National Memorial is minutes away and a profound historical experience
  • Year-round warm weather and outdoor lifestyle with endless recreation options
  • The central Oahu location provides easy access to both Honolulu and the North Shore

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