Updated March 19, 2026 with Official DoD Rates
2026 PCS Entitlements Estimator
Estimate your total PCS entitlements — DLA, mileage (MALT), per diem, TLE, weight allowance, and PPM reimbursement. All from official 2026 JTR and DTMO rates.
PCS Entitlements Estimator
Estimate DLA, mileage (MALT), per diem, TLE, and PPM reimbursement — all 2026 DoD rates.
Move Type
TMO arranges shipment — you pay nothing within your weight limit, but receive no cash for the move.Your Profile
Dependents
Move Details
One-way mileage — used to calculate MALT and authorized travel days
Estimated HHG Weight: 5,000 lbs
With a government move, TMO ships your HHG at no cost — weight doesn't affect your cash entitlements. Switch to PPM to see weight-based reimbursement.Estimated TLE Days: 5 (up to 14 authorized)
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Your DLA, weight allowance, and total entitlements will appear here.
About: Uses 2026 rates from DTMO, DFAS, and the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) to estimate total PCS entitlements in one place — replacing lookups across 4+ government sources.
Data Sources & Methodology
DLA rates from DTMO MAP 72-25(I), effective January 1, 2026 (3.8% increase over 2025). MALT rate $0.205/mile from DTMO MAP 73-25(I), effective January 1, 2026. Per diem at the standard CONUS rate of $109/day ($70 lodging + $39 M&IE), FY2026. TLE based on JTR Chapter 5, up to 14 days CONUS combined at old and new duty stations. Weight allowances from the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR), 2026 edition. PPM reimbursement per JTR par. 051202 at 100% of estimated government cost; figures are approximate.
Last reviewed: March 19, 2026 • Verify rates at travel.dod.mil
2026 DLA Rates by Pay Grade
Source: DTMO, effective January 1, 2026. Partial DLA: $1,002.71.
| Pay Grade | Without Dependents | With Dependents |
|---|---|---|
| O-10 | $5,187.33 | $6,385.58 |
| O-9 | $5,187.33 | $6,385.58 |
| O-8 | $5,187.33 | $6,385.58 |
| O-7 | $5,187.33 | $6,385.58 |
| O-6 | $4,758.96 | $5,749.63 |
| O-5 | $4,583.51 | $5,542.06 |
| O-4 | $4,247.61 | $4,885.43 |
| O-3 | $3,404.11 | $4,041.88 |
| O-2 | $2,700.31 | $3,451.28 |
| O-1 | $2,273.82 | $3,085.23 |
| O-3E | $3,675.83 | $4,343.80 |
| O-2E | $3,124.87 | $3,919.27 |
| O-1E | $2,687.09 | $3,621.10 |
| W-5 | $4,315.51 | $4,715.58 |
| W-4 | $3,832.45 | $4,323.11 |
| W-3 | $3,221.08 | $3,960.78 |
| W-2 | $2,860.70 | $3,643.75 |
| W-1 | $2,394.55 | $3,151.31 |
| E-9 | $3,147.54 | $4,149.51 |
| E-8 | $2,888.97 | $3,824.94 |
| E-7 | $2,468.19 | $3,551.31 |
| E-6 | $2,389.42 | $3,548.02 |
| E-5 | $2,389.42 | $3,548.02 |
| E-4 | $2,389.42 | $3,548.02 |
| E-3 | $2,355.48 | $3,548.02 |
| E-2 | $2,025.26 | $3,548.02 |
| E-1 | $1,870.58 | $3,548.02 |
2026 PCS Weight Allowances (lbs)
Source: Joint Travel Regulations (JTR). Exceeding your allowance results in excess weight charges.
| Pay Grade | Without Dependents | With Dependents |
|---|---|---|
| O-10 | 18,000 | 18,000 |
| O-9 | 18,000 | 18,000 |
| O-8 | 18,000 | 18,000 |
| O-7 | 18,000 | 18,000 |
| O-6 | 18,000 | 18,000 |
| O-5 | 16,000 | 17,500 |
| O-4 | 14,000 | 17,000 |
| O-3 | 13,000 | 14,500 |
| O-2 | 12,500 | 13,500 |
| O-1 | 10,000 | 12,000 |
| O-3E | 13,000 | 14,500 |
| O-2E | 12,500 | 13,500 |
| O-1E | 10,000 | 12,000 |
| W-5 | 16,000 | 17,500 |
| W-4 | 14,000 | 17,000 |
| W-3 | 13,000 | 14,500 |
| W-2 | 12,500 | 13,500 |
| W-1 | 10,000 | 12,000 |
| E-9 | 13,000 | 15,000 |
| E-8 | 12,000 | 14,000 |
| E-7 | 11,000 | 13,000 |
| E-6 | 8,000 | 11,000 |
| E-5 | 7,000 | 9,000 |
| E-4 | 7,000 | 8,000 |
| E-3 | 5,000 | 8,000 |
| E-2 | 5,000 | 8,000 |
| E-1 | 5,000 | 8,000 |
Understanding Your PCS Entitlements
A Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move is one of the biggest financial events in military life. The government provides several entitlements to help offset the cost, but understanding what you qualify for — and how much — requires piecing together information from multiple sources.
DLA: Your Moving Expense Cushion
The Dislocation Allowance is a flat-rate payment that partially covers expenses the military doesn't directly reimburse — security deposits, utility hookups, cleaning fees, replacing household items that didn't survive the move, and other incidentals. It's paid once per PCS and varies by rank and whether you have dependents. You can request it as an advance before your move.
PPM vs. Government Move: Which Is Better?
With a government move, the military hires a contractor to pack, ship, and deliver your household goods. You don't pay anything (within your weight limit), but you also don't receive any extra money. With a PPM (Personally Procured Move, formerly DITY), you move your own stuff and the government reimburses you 100% of what they would have paid the contractor. If you can move for less than that amount — renting a truck, enlisting friends, driving yourself — you keep the difference tax-free. The trade-off: more work, more planning, but potentially thousands in profit.
Don't Forget TLE
Temporary Lodging Expense covers up to 14 days of hotel and meals at your old and/or new station while you wait for housing. Many families forget to claim this — it can be worth $1,000+ depending on family size. Keep all receipts. For overseas moves, TLA (Temporary Lodging Allowance) can cover even longer stays.
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