Naval Support Activity Panama City Beach

The core mission of NSA Panama City involves providing, operating, and maintaining its facilities, ensuring the defense and physical security of essential infrastructure, and offering operational support to the Fleet, Fighter, Family, and its supported commands. Key occupants of the base include the Naval Surface Warfare Center-Panama City Division, Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center, Navy Experimental Diving Unit, and U.S. Coast Guard Station Panama City. Collectively, NSA Panama City is a significant employer in the area, with over 4,000 civilian and military staff generating an annual payroll exceeding $466 million. Furthermore, the base's procurement of local goods and services significantly boosts the local economy, with expenditures surpassing $600 million each year.Throughout its history, NSA Panama City has adeptly adapted to fulfill the critical and evolving demands of the U.S. Navy, ensuring readiness for current defense needs while strategically planning for future challenges in alignment with national objectives.