The value of enlisted airmen's 2017 initial clothing allowance has risen slightly, compared to a year ago, but their basic annual replacement allowance has not.
Overall, the value of the initial clothing bag for male airmen rose $7.09 to $1,396.27, while female airmen's initial clothing bag value grew $9.92 to $1,607.85.
No items were added to or dropped from the clothing bags. The allowance changes are due to minor price adjustments.
See the men's clothing bag here.
The women's clothing bag is here.
Airmen's replacement allowances all decreased slightly this year.
Male airmen's basic annual replacement allowance decreased by $3.60 to $244.80. The basic rate is paid during airmen's first three years of continuous active duty. Their standard annual replacement rate, which applies after they have completed three years on active duty, also fell $3.60, to $349.20.
The basic replacement allowance for female airmen decreased $3.60 to $248.40. The standard allowance for female airmen fell by $7.20, to $352.80.
Enlisted airmen get a complete set of uniforms and accessories when they enter the service. Afterward, they receive annual allowances based on how long it takes an item to wear out. It's calculated by dividing item cost by life expectancy.
