BAH: Basic Allowance for Housing: This is a monthly allowance in addition to pay to cover the cost of housing.
CONUS: Continental United States: These are the military bases located within the 48 contiguous states.
OCONUS: Outside the Continental United States: These are military bases located in Hawaii, Alaska, and foreign countries.
PCS: Permanent Change of Station: The term for a military transfer from one base to another.