Fort Jackson is the largest and most active entry training center in the US Army. The base is located in the Central Midlands of South Carolina adjacent to the capital city of Columbia. Columbia is located between New York City and Miami and has direct access to three major interstates, I-20, I-26, and I-77. The population of Columbia is 124,818, with a population growth of 3.17% since 2000.

On behalf of our managers and associates, we pledge to offer courteous and friendly customer service to our patrons, the best customers in the world!

"Victory Starts Here"

Fort Jackson plays a major role in shaping today's Army by training a large portion of the motivated, disciplined, well-trained and professional fighting force. With a great climate for year-round training, approximately 50,000 basic training and advanced individual training soldiers are trained at the base each year. The AIT (Advanced Individual Training) and SSI (Soldier Support Institute) are key elements of Fort Jackson's Training Mission.

Facility Services Information

Popeyes Chicken opened 31 March 12; they are serving up hot, flavorful meals with varied sides.

The Exchange Shopping Center Complex, which houses the main Exchange, Exchange Restaurants and concessions is located at 4110 Moseby Street (corner of Strom Thurmond Boulevard and Moseby Street).

Burger King is located on Strom Thurmond Boulevard near the intersection of Lee Road; we serve up fresh, hot meals for our patrons.

Gate 1 Express/gas offers our patrons great snacks and drinks. Pizza Hut and a barber shop are also located at the Express.

Gate 2 Express/gas is located to your left at the first traffic light once you enter Gate 2. The Express is open Monday-Friday, 0500-2200, Saturday, 0500-2300 and Sunday, 0700-2100.

The theater located in building 3319 Fort Jackson Boulevard has great admission prices, tasty snacks and drinks to enjoy during the shows.

The Fort Jackson Exchange operates 14 retail (including McCrady SCNG Site) facilities, 10 food facilities, 1 theater, 31 concessions, 12 kiosks, 487 vending machines, and 461 pay phones.

For Your Information:

The Fort Jackson Exchange operates on funds generated through sales of merchandise and services, not on tax dollars. Each month a dividend is paid directly to the Fort Jackson Installation Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fund (MWR); which is a designated percentage of total sales plus concession income. The remainder of our dividends is paid directly to the Army's central MWR fund.

We appreciate your patronage and consider our Military and their families to be the Best Customers in the World! We are focused on our customers and welcome you to provide comments to me at Kuttamperoor@aafes.com. I look forward to hearing from you!

Thomas Kuttamperoor
General Manager