Moving to Andersen AFB & Naval Base Guam
Guam is a U.S. territory in the western Pacific that hosts Andersen Air Force Base in the north, Naval Base Guam near Apra Harbor and the new Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz. Andersen's 36th Wing supports rotational bombers, tankers and surveillance aircraft, while the Navy runs the island's main port and joint housing. Life is tropical and island-sized, with beaches and diving, higher prices on imported goods and an annual typhoon season.
| Branch | Joint (Air Force/Navy/Marine Corps) |
|---|---|
| Nearest city | Yigo / Hagatna, Guam |
| Population served | About 7,000 active-duty tenants and dependents on Andersen itself (third-party estimate); the wider military footprint on Guam is larger |
| Airports | Antonio B. Won Pat International (GUM), about 35 minutes south of Andersen |
| Climate | Tropical marine: hot and humid all year with distinct wet and dry seasons; typhoon risk |
| Cost of living | Notably above the U.S. average for imported groceries, cars and electronics (estimated 25-40% higher); Guam collects a business privilege tax on most retail sales |
| On-base housing | Navy-owned and Navy-managed family housing (572 units on Andersen); the Navy is lead service for joint housing |
| Medical care | 36th Medical Group clinic at Andersen (outpatient); U.S. Naval Hospital Guam in Agana Heights for inpatient and ER care |
| Family support center | Andersen Airman & Family Readiness Center; Fleet & Family Support Center at Naval Base Guam |
Where families live
Andersen AFB family housing
572 government units; family housing is mandatory for eligible accompanied members when a unit is available, and you may live off base if none opens within 30 days. Newer units are built with typhoon resistance in mind.
Yigo
Closest off-base village to Andersen with older stock; check for typhoon shutters and generators before leasing.
Dededo
Largest village on the island with plentiful shopping and the Guam Regional Medical City hospital.
Mangilao
Central location with access to the university and the capital area; rentals tend to be older.
Naval Base Guam housing
Navy housing areas near Apra Harbor for families assigned to Navy commands; all housing requests flow through the same Navy-led system.
Schools
DoDEA Pacific runs the military schools on Guam, and most command-sponsored families enroll there; dependents may also attend Guam Department of Education schools. Contact the School Liaison Office at your gaining base before choosing a house, and confirm withdrawal and enrollment dates with both schools.
- DoDEA Pacific - Guam District — Operates the on-base schools used by Andersen and Naval Base families.
- Guam Department of Education — Island public schools open to military dependents.
On the installation: Andersen Elementary School, Andersen Middle School, Guam High School
School Liaison Office at Andersen AFB (36th Force Support Squadron); also available at Naval Base Guam through Fleet & Family Support
Things to do near Andersen AFB & Naval Base Guam
- Tarague BeachoutdoorsJungle-fringed beach located on Andersen for base ID holders.
- Tumon Bay snorkeling and divingoutdoorsCalm, clear water close to the resort strip.
- Apra Harbor wreck divingoutdoorsWorld War II-era wrecks and the Blue Hole are popular dive sites.
- Pagat Cave and latte stonesoutdoorsHike to a cave and ancient Chamorro latte stone sites.
- Two Lovers PointoutdoorsCliff overlook in the Tumon area with sweeping ocean views.
- Hagatna Wednesday night marketfoodChamorro food, crafts and local culture in the capital.
- Island road trip to southern Guamday-tripCoastal drives, waterfalls and village stops down the west and south sides.
- MWR trips and recreationfamilyMilitary MWR programs offer discounted outings, fitness and youth activities.
Realtors & local services
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- Housing Service Center, Andersen AFBYigo, GuamProvides personalized off-base referrals, validates rentals on HOMES.mil, reviews leases and helps resolve landlord disputes; report within 48 hours of arrival and before signing any lease.
- HOMES.mil rental listingsGuamOfficial military housing listing site used to find validated off-base rentals.
Movers, storage, pets & more
- Andersen Pet Lodgepet boardingAndersen AFB
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Local programs & support
- Military MWR GuamJoint MWR hub with a PCS-to-Guam resource guide, family programs and recreation.
- Fleet & Family Support Center GuamCounseling, spouse employment help and relocation assistance for service members and families.
PCS tips for Andersen AFB & Naval Base Guam
- Start the pet process as early as possible: Guam is rabies-free, dogs and cats go through quarantine, and the FAVN rabies titer test and import paperwork can take about six months; pets cannot stay in base temporary lodging.
- Passports are not required for PCS travel to Guam since it is a U.S. territory, but get no-fee passports for dependents in case of medical evacuation or leave travel through other countries.
- Orders typically authorize one privately owned vehicle; electric vehicles cannot be shipped to Guam, and peak-season shipping appointments (May-August) are hard to get.
- Report to the Housing Service Center within 48 hours of arrival and before signing any lease; sponsor-requested Navy housing requires signing an acknowledgment form.
- Prepare for typhoons: ask landlords about shutters and generators, keep a supply kit, and review the base typhoon condition levels on arrival.
Benefits to use on this move
- Dislocation Allowance (DLA)Service members relocating a household on PCS orders
- Temporary Lodging Expense (TLE)Families who need a hotel or short-term rental while moving within the U.S.
- Personally Procured Move (PPM / DITY)Families who want to move some or all of their own goods
- VA Home Loan GuarantyService members, veterans and some surviving spouses buying a home
- Pet Transportation ReimbursementFamilies moving a cat or dog on PCS orders
- Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military ChildrenSchool-age children of active duty families changing schools
- School Liaison ProgramParents choosing schools and transferring records
Other installations in the Japan, Korea & Guam
Last researched 2026-10. Housing partners, school assignments and phone numbers change; confirm with the installation before you sign anything. Spot an error? Send a correction.
Sources
- https://www.andersen.af.mil/About-Us/Newcomers/Andersen-AFB-Housing/
- https://www.housing.af.mil/Units/Andersen/Referral-and-Relocation-Assistance
- https://www.militarymwrguam.com/pcs-to-guam-w2g-resource-guide
- https://media.defense.gov/2026/May/26/2003937620/-1/-1/0/CONUS%20TO%20GUAM%20-%20USMC%20CHECKLIST.PDF
- https://www.honestmos.com/base/andersen-afb