SAN DIEGO MTD
DIRECTORIES
San Diego, CA
United States
SAN DIEGO MTD
DIRECTORIES
San Diego, CA
United States
San Diego MTD
Miles of beaches, pleasant weather, and Navy excellence
Base Essentials
San Diego is home to three major Navy installations comprising five Navy bases — Naval Base Coronado, Naval Base Point Loma, and Naval Base San Diego — plus the Naval Medical Center. The San Diego metropolitan area encompasses all of San Diego County and supports hundreds of thousands of active-duty, Reserve, and retired military members and their families. Navy Region Southwest serves as the naval shore installation management headquarters for the Southwest region, covering California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico.
Base Details
Type
Naval Station
Branch
DIRECTORIES
Command
DHA
Status
Active
Est.
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Acres
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Active Duty
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Civilian
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Population
3,300,000
Economic Impact
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San Diego MTD History
The San Diego Military Treatment Facility supports the Defense Health Agency's medical mission in the San Diego area, providing healthcare to one of the largest concentrations of military beneficiaries in the country. The San Diego military medical enterprise serves active-duty personnel, retirees, and dependents across the region's numerous installations.
Units Stationed
Unit
Nickname
Type
Third Fleet
THIRDFLT
Other
THIRDFLT
Other
Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command
SPAWAR
Other
SPAWAR
Other
Submarine Squadron Eleven
SS-11
Squadron
SS-11
Squadron
Undersea Warfare Development Center
UWDC
Other
UWDC
Other
Surface and Mine Warfare Development Center
SMWDC
Other
SMWDC
Other
Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Pacific
SSC PAC
Other
SSC PAC
Other
Military Sealift Command Pacific
MSC PAC
Other
MSC PAC
Other
Naval Health Research Center
NHRC
Other
NHRC
Other
Historic Timeline
1542
Cabrillo Sails into San Diego Bay
1769
Father Serra Founds First Mission
1850
San Diego Incorporated
1867
Alonzo Horton Develops Downtown
1922
Naval Base San Diego Established
2013
NBC Wins Secretary of the Navy Environmental Award
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1542
Cabrillo Sails into San Diego Bay
Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, a Portuguese navigator hired by Spain, sailed into the region's harbor in September 1542 and named the port San Miguel.
1769
Father Serra Founds First Mission
Father Junipero Serra established his first mission, San Diego de Alcala, at the site of present-day Presidio Park, marking the first European settlement on the West Coast.
1850
San Diego Incorporated
When the United States gained control of California in 1850, both San Diego and Los Angeles became incorporated cities.
1867
Alonzo Horton Develops Downtown
Alonzo E. Horton arrived and bought 1,000 acres on which present-day downtown San Diego rests, beginning the shift from Old Town to the waterfront.
1922
Naval Base San Diego Established
Naval Base San Diego was established by Acting Secretary of the Navy Theodore Roosevelt Jr. in 1922, beginning its mission to support the fleet, fighter, and family.
2013
NBC Wins Secretary of the Navy Environmental Award
Naval Base Coronado won the Secretary of the Navy's environmental award for natural resources conservation for a large installation, recognizing its success supporting military readiness while sustaining natural resources.
Phone Directory
Key phone numbers for San Diego MTD.
San Diego MTD Base Gates
Entry points, hours, and access requirements for San Diego MTD.
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Recent articles and updates from San Diego MTD.
PCS & Newcomers
Everything you need to know for your move to San Diego MTD.
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In-Processing
This entry represents a Mobile Training Detachment (MTD) based in the San Diego area. MTDs are small mobile training units and do not maintain traditional installation in-processing programs.
Personnel assigned to this detachment coordinate in-processing through the parent unit’s administrative office. Contact your unit S1 or commander for reporting instructions. For installation support, refer to the nearest major military installation in the San Diego area.
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Housing & BAH
On-post housing, cost of living, and BAH info for San Diego MTD.
9,000
units
/
CA038
MHA
The Navy Region Southwest housing program provides modern, comfortable housing units through Lincoln Military Housing (LMH), which manages the Public-Private Venture (PPV) housing across the region. With more than 9,000 family housing units spread across 35-plus communities in the San Diego metropolitan area, Navy families have a wide variety of options ranging from…
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Schools & Education
K-12 schools, colleges, and education resources near San Diego MTD.
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Where To Live
The San Diego metropolitan area offers a wide variety of neighborhoods for military families, from beach communities to inland areas. Many families choose to live in privatized military housing managed by Lincoln Military Housing, which spans 35-plus communities across the metro area. Others live off base in communities near their installation.
The San Diego coastline is made up of several distinct communities, each with its own character: Imperial Beach, the Silver Strand, Point Loma, Ocean Beach, Mission Beach, and Pacific Beach each offer different lifestyles and price points. Inland communities such as Murphy Canyon provide affordable options with strong military ties. Carlsbad, Del Mar, and La Jolla to the north offer upscale living, while East County communities such as Lemon Grove, La Mesa, Santee, and El Cajon offer more affordable options for families assigned to installations farther east.
The average San Diego daytime temperature is 70 degrees, most days are sunny, humidity is generally low, and average annual rainfall is less than 10 inches. The natural air conditioning effect of the Pacific Ocean keeps coastal areas cooler; moving a few miles inland brings warmer temperatures.
Murphy Canyon
Large military housing complex managed by Lincoln Military Housing, home to many Navy families. Includes youth recreation centers and MWR activities.
Schools: San Diego Unified School District
Coronado
Island community adjacent to Naval Base Coronado and Naval Air Station North Island. Features the historic Hotel del Coronado, beaches, and Coronado Unified School District.
Schools: Coronado Unified School District
Point Loma
Peninsula community near Naval Base Point Loma, featuring Sunset Cliffs, Cabrillo National Monument, and tide pools. Liberty Station (former Navy training center) is a popular mixed-use neighborhood.
Schools: San Diego Unified School District
Bayview Hills
Military housing area with an FFSC branch located at 1967 Sky Harbor Road, serving families in the southern San Diego area.
Schools: San Diego Unified School District
Village at Serra Mesa
Military housing area centrally located in San Diego with an FFSC branch, youth and teen centers, and convenient access to multiple installations.
Schools: San Diego Unified School District
Gateway Village
Military housing area near Naval Base Point Loma with an FFSC branch at 3207 Rosecrans Place.
Schools: San Diego Unified School District
Imperial Beach
The most southwesterly city on the U.S. mainland near Naval Outlying Landing Field Imperial Beach. Features beaches, pier, shopping, and natural reserves.
Schools: South Bay Union School District
Taxes & Finance
State tax policy and financial info for service members at San Diego MTD.
State Income Tax
Has state income tax
Military Pay
Fully taxed
Retirement Pay
Fully taxed
Vehicle Tax Exempt
No
Spouse Income Tax
California taxes military pay if stationed in CA. Spouses may claim domicile elsewhere under MSRRA.
Vehicle Registration
Non-resident military can keep home-state plates but may owe use tax on vehicle purchase.
Property Tax
Disabled veterans may qualify for property tax exemption. Prop 13 limits assessment increases.
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Pet Policies at San Diego MTD
Pet policies, vet services, and resources at San Diego MTD.
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Restricted Breeds
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Prohibited Animals
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Dog Parks
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Boarding & Kennels
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Facilities & Services
On-base services and facilities at San Diego MTD.
Commissary
3
Naval Air Station North Island Commissary
Exchange
NEX
Medical
3
Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) — Medical Center
Childcare & Youth
CDC Available
Youth Programs
MWR & Recreation
4
Fitness Center
Golf Course
Employment & Education
3
Education Center
Spouse Employment
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Diego MTD.
01
How do visitor passes work?
Visitors must be sponsored by someone with base access and should contact the installation's Visitor Control Center in advance with their government-issued ID and vehicle info. Day passes are issued at the gate; extended access may require additional coordination.
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02
What is BAH and how is it calculated?
BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing) is a monthly stipend based on your pay grade, dependency status, and the duty station ZIP code — it is not counted as taxable income. Rates are updated each January; use the BAH Calculator in the Finance section to see current figures for San Diego MTD.
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03
What should I do first after receiving PCS orders?
Contact the gaining installation's housing office and military transportation office (TMO/PPSO) immediately after orders are issued. Apply for on-base housing right away — waitlists at many installations run 6–18 months.
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04
Does TRICARE cover local providers?
TRICARE covers both the on-base military treatment facility and authorized civilian providers in the surrounding community. Use the provider finder at tricare.mil to confirm in-network options near San Diego MTD.
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Data & Methodology
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Information is compiled from DoD publications, official installation websites, and reviewed by military personnel. Independent publication — not affiliated with the U.S. Department of Defense.