Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling at a glance
Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling is a joint installation in southeast Washington, D.C., on the eastern bank of the Potomac River. The 11th Wing provides mission support, ceremonial honors and contingency capabilities in the capital region. Publicly identified mission partners include the Defense Intelligence Agency, White House Communications Agency, military honor guards and other organizations whose work reaches beyond the local installation.
The Air Force assumed lead responsibility for the joint base from the Navy in 2020. This continued a joint installation arrangement while shifting its host support leadership. The District location distinguishes Anacostia-Bolling from Andrews in Maryland and the Pentagon in Virginia. Its identity reflects national headquarters activities and the ceremonial and support missions associated with the capital.
Also searched as: JBAB, Bolling.
Sources: Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling: MilitaryINSTALLATIONS overview
Mission and major activities
- Provides mission support and ceremonial honors through the 11th Wing.
- Supports multiple joint and national-level mission partners.
Sources: Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling: MilitaryINSTALLATIONS overview
History and identity
The Air Force took over lead installation responsibility from the Navy in 2020, with the 11th Wing returning to the joint base from Andrews.
Sources: Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling: MilitaryINSTALLATIONS overview
Location and community
JBAB is in southeast Washington, D.C., along the Potomac River within the National Capital Region.
Sources: Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling: MilitaryINSTALLATIONS overview
Before you arrive
Select the District destination carefully; Andrews, the Pentagon and Anacostia-Bolling are separate capital-region workplaces.
Use these questions with your sponsor or gaining organization. They are a starting point for planning, including assignments, courses and training periods that differ from a routine permanent change of station.
- Confirm the organization, duration and reporting instructions shown on your orders. Ask which office handles your arrival.
- Clarify lodging and housing arrangements before booking. Ask about availability, required approvals and how to handle a late arrival.
- Before choosing a home, compare the commute, lease terms, school needs and your household budget. Ask the housing office about the options that apply to your situation.
- Coordinate household goods and personal travel with the appropriate transportation office. Keep orders, receipts and important family records together.
- Make a short list of contacts for medical care, schools, childcare and family support, where applicable to your assignment.
Official PCS planning resources Housing allowance information
Sources: Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling: MilitaryINSTALLATIONS overview
Resources for service members and families
Start with the official resources for Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and ask which services your household can use. For a training site, rotational location or Reserve component assignment, confirm arrangements with your unit rather than assuming the services of a large residential installation are available.
Housing and family support
Find housing, relocation assistance, childcare and school liaison contacts for the correct installation or support community.
Find official contactsSpouse employment
Review federal spouse hiring guidance and ask the local family support office about employment resources.
Review spouse hiring guidanceHealth care and benefits
Locate VA facilities near the community where you plan to live after service. Confirm your eligibility and appointments with the provider.
Find VA locationsRelocation checklist
Prepare questions about paperwork, household goods and family needs with official moving resources.
Plan the moveFrom this mission to your next career
The mission at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling suggests the following areas to consider when describing your experience. These are LockLeed career suggestions based on the public mission, not a list of vacancies or qualifications held by everyone assigned here.
Write down the equipment, systems, processes and teams you personally supported. Add a specific result you can discuss publicly, then match that evidence to the civilian role you want. Keep operational details and sensitive information out of your application.
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Use the MOS translatorPrepare your resume
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Open Resume StudioPlan your transition
Organize your separation timeline and discuss official requirements with your transition counselor.
Open the separation plannerFind federal opportunities
Search current announcements and read the location, hiring path and qualifications in each posting.
Search USAJOBSFrequently asked questions
Where is Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling?
Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling is listed in this guide at Washington, D.C., United States. The map point is approximate. For arrival and reporting information, use official resources and your orders.
What is Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling known for?
Provides mission support and ceremonial honors through the 11th Wing. Supports multiple joint and national-level mission partners.
What should I confirm before arriving?
Select the District destination carefully; Andrews, the Pentagon and Anacostia-Bolling are separate capital-region workplaces.
How can I prepare for a civilian career from here?
Start with your own military occupation and experience. Use the MOS translator, resume builder and separation planner, and discuss your timeline with the official transition counselor. LockLeed helps candidates pursue direct-hire civilian roles at no cost to the candidate.
Sources and editorial notes
Installation facts above are drawn from the official sources below. Career suggestions and planning questions are LockLeed editorial guidance. Use official offices for current policies, eligibility and arrangements.
- Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling: MilitaryINSTALLATIONS overviewSupports: overview, mission, local context, planning note, history
Shared planning and career resources
- MilitaryINSTALLATIONS · Official installation profiles and program contacts
- Military OneSource PCS planning · Moving checklists and relocation resources
- Military OneSource overseas move planning · Overseas moving and family logistics
- USAJOBS · Official federal job announcements
- USAJOBS military spouse hiring guidance · Federal spouse hiring path information
- Transition Assistance Program · Official transition planning resources
- VA facility locator · Find VA health care and benefit offices
- Basic Allowance for Housing · Official housing allowance information
Reviewed 2026-09-30. This independent guide is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense. Map points are approximate and are not routing or reporting instructions.