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Military Bases in Texas
Explore 56 military bases in Texas. Browse by branch and open detailed installation pages.
Texas has one of the largest military footprints in the country, with installations that span training, aviation, logistics, and force readiness missions.
- Installations
- 56
- Service categories
- 7
Military Economic Impact
Economic impact in Texas
OLDCC DoD spending baseline for every state, plus curated statewide impact studies when published.
- DoD spending (OLDCC)
- $71.6B
- State impact study
- $148.8B
- Personnel
- 172,985
- Installations listed
- 55
36× Installation; 4× Air Force Base; 3× Naval Air Station; 2× Fort. Statewide output/employment from Texas Comptroller / TMPC installation survey (2025). OLDCC FY2023 provides consistent federal contract, payroll, and personnel baseline figures.
Branch Presence
Branch-level coverage for military installations in Texas.
- Army24 bases
- Navy12 bases
- Air Force10 bases
- Marine Corps1 base
- Coast Guard5 bases
- National Guard1 base
- Joint3 bases
Filter
Narrow results by branch (uses URL query params).
National Guard
1 installation
1 National Guard base in Texas. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
National Guard Installations in Texas
View state-level National Guard coverage and use official source pathways for unit-specific details.
1 installation listed
Relocation Notes
- Compare commute distance carefully around major metro corridors and base gates.
- Review utility and property tax profiles by county when estimating housing costs.
- If frequent travel is expected, shortlist communities with strong airport access.
Lifestyle Highlights
- Large metro access in several regions
- Wide housing mix from urban apartments to suburban neighborhoods
- Strong year-round outdoor options with hot summers in many markets
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Texas Military Base FAQ
How many military bases are in Texas?
Texas includes one of the highest base concentrations in the U.S. Use this page to browse current listings and branch coverage.
Which branches have bases in Texas?
Texas hosts installations from multiple branches, including Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and others depending on region.