
Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling is located in Washington, D.C., along the Potomac River. The base supports multiple military branches and plays an important role in national defense and government operations.
Living near the base provides easy access to the nation’s capital. Many service members live in Washington, D.C., or nearby Virginia and Maryland communities where apartments, condos, and rental homes are widely available.
The region experiences warm, humid summers and cool winters with occasional snowfall. Spring and fall are especially pleasant with comfortable temperatures and colorful scenery.
Off-base housing gives military members more neighborhood choices and easy access to D.C.’s restaurants, museums, parks, and cultural attractions.
Air Force District of Washington (AFDW)
Air Force District of Washington (AFDW)Air National Guard (ANG)
Air National Guard (ANG)United States Navy
United States NavyDefense Information Systems Agency (DISA)
Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA)
Charter elementary school located on the base serving local students.

Public elementary school serving the Anacostia area.

Public middle school offering academics and extracurricular programs.
TRICARE FacilityPrimary on-base medical clinic providing healthcare services to active-duty personnel, retirees, and military families stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling.
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HospitalTeaching hospital affiliated with George Washington University providing emergency and specialty services.
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ClinicLeading pediatric hospital providing specialized medical care for children.
Visit WebsiteAn HMO-style plan where you're assigned a Primary Care Manager. This is the most budget-friendly option, with minimal out-of-pocket costs.
A PPO-style plan that gives you the flexibility to see any TRICARE-authorized provider—no referral needed. Perfect if you want more choice in your care.
Designed for beneficiaries with Medicare Parts A & B, this plan serves as wraparound coverage. It acts as a secondary payer to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.
Recreation & Leisure
Outdoor / Nature~3 milesLarge riverside park offering trails, recreation areas, and waterfront views.
Entertainment~4 milesWaterfront district with restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues.
Cultural / Educational~5 milesCollection of world-class museums and cultural attractions in Washington, DC.
Air Travel
Major international airport~3 milesClosest airport serving Washington, DC with domestic and international flights.
Major international airport~25 milesMajor airport serving the Washington metropolitan area.
International airport~30 milesLarge airport serving Maryland and the greater Washington region.
FAQ
The base supports Air Force and Navy missions and headquarters operations in Washington, DC.
The installation is located in southeast Washington, DC along the Anacostia River.
The base hosts several commands including headquarters units for the Air Force and Navy.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is the closest airport at about three miles away.
Yes, many military families live in Washington, DC, Alexandria, and surrounding Virginia and Maryland communities.


Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling is located in Washington, D.C., along the Potomac River. The base supports multiple military branches and plays an important role in national defense and government operations.
Living near the base provides easy access to the nation’s capital. Many service members live in Washington, D.C., or nearby Virginia and Maryland communities where apartments, condos, and rental homes are widely available.
The region experiences warm, humid summers and cool winters with occasional snowfall. Spring and fall are especially pleasant with comfortable temperatures and colorful scenery.
Off-base housing gives military members more neighborhood choices and easy access to D.C.’s restaurants, museums, parks, and cultural attractions.
Air Force District of Washington (AFDW)
Air Force District of Washington (AFDW)Air National Guard (ANG)
Air National Guard (ANG)United States Navy
United States NavyDefense Information Systems Agency (DISA)
Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA)
Charter elementary school located on the base serving local students.

Public elementary school serving the Anacostia area.

Public middle school offering academics and extracurricular programs.
TRICARE FacilityPrimary on-base medical clinic providing healthcare services to active-duty personnel, retirees, and military families stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling.
Visit Website
HospitalTeaching hospital affiliated with George Washington University providing emergency and specialty services.
Visit Website
ClinicLeading pediatric hospital providing specialized medical care for children.
Visit WebsiteAn HMO-style plan where you're assigned a Primary Care Manager. This is the most budget-friendly option, with minimal out-of-pocket costs.
A PPO-style plan that gives you the flexibility to see any TRICARE-authorized provider—no referral needed. Perfect if you want more choice in your care.
Designed for beneficiaries with Medicare Parts A & B, this plan serves as wraparound coverage. It acts as a secondary payer to reduce your out-of-pocket expenses.
Recreation & Leisure
Outdoor / Nature~3 milesLarge riverside park offering trails, recreation areas, and waterfront views.
Entertainment~4 milesWaterfront district with restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues.
Cultural / Educational~5 milesCollection of world-class museums and cultural attractions in Washington, DC.
Air Travel
Major international airport~3 milesClosest airport serving Washington, DC with domestic and international flights.
Major international airport~25 milesMajor airport serving the Washington metropolitan area.
International airport~30 milesLarge airport serving Maryland and the greater Washington region.
FAQ
The base supports Air Force and Navy missions and headquarters operations in Washington, DC.
The installation is located in southeast Washington, DC along the Anacostia River.
The base hosts several commands including headquarters units for the Air Force and Navy.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is the closest airport at about three miles away.
Yes, many military families live in Washington, DC, Alexandria, and surrounding Virginia and Maryland communities.
