Moving to Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay
Kings Bay is home port for Atlantic Fleet Ohio-class ballistic missile and guided missile submarines on Georgia's southeastern coast. The surrounding towns are small and family-oriented, with marsh, river and Amelia Island nearby and Jacksonville about 30 minutes south for big-city needs.
| Branch | Navy |
|---|---|
| Nearest city | St. Marys, GA |
| Airports | Jacksonville International (JAX), about 30 minutes south |
| Climate | Humid subtropical with hot summers and a hurricane season. |
| Cost of living | Moderate; St. Marys prices run higher than Kingsland. |
| On-base housing | Balfour Beatty Communities (NSB Kings Bay Homes), 449 privatized family homes |
| Medical care | Naval Branch Health Clinic Kings Bay |
| Family support center | Fleet & Family Support Center Kings Bay |
Where families live
St. Marys, GA
Historic waterfront town with communities such as Osprey Cove and Crooked River Plantation.
Kingsland, GA
More affordable and newer subdivisions such as The Meadows and Settlers Hammock.
Woodbine / Waverly, GA
Quieter river communities for those wanting space.
Yulee / Fernandina Beach, FL
Florida-side option near Amelia Island; check state tax and school-zone differences.
Schools
Most Kings Bay families attend Camden County Schools, which has a Military Families section linking to the installation's School Liaison Officer resources. There are no DoDEA schools. Families living across the line in Florida use Nassau County.
- Camden County Schools — Has a military families section with SLO and CYP links.
Kings Bay School Liaison Officer through Navy MWR (see Camden County Schools military families page).
Things to do near Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay
- Cumberland Island National SeashoreoutdoorsWild barrier island reached by ferry from St. Marys with horses and beaches.
- St. Marys waterfrontfamilySmall-town riverfront with shops and a park.
- Amelia Islandday-tripBeaches and the historic downtown of Fernandina Beach.
- Okefenokee SwampoutdoorsLarge swamp refuge for boat tours and wildlife.
- Jacksonvilleday-tripZoo, museums, beaches and shopping about 30 minutes south.
- Crooked River State ParkoutdoorsCamping, trails and marsh views near St. Marys.
Realtors & local services
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- Military Realty of Kings BayKingsland, GAVeteran-owned local agency advertising PCS and military relocation help.
- Momentum RealtySt. Marys / Kingsland, GAFlorida and Georgia brokerage with a page of homes near Kings Bay.
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PCS tips for Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay
- Housing waits for privatized homes are typically several months, so apply with the Housing Service Center (912-573-2056) right away.
- Most of the housing market is within about 15 minutes of the gate; St. Marys is closest and priciest.
- Hurricane season applies; learn evacuation routes along I-95.
- Jacksonville airport is the main airport, about 30 minutes south.
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
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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.