Fort Meade, FL
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5,133
TOTAL POPULATION
2,482
MALE POPULATION
2,651
FEMALE POPULATION
93.63
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
48.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,206
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,435
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$34,474
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,803
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
42.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
9.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Fort Meade Zip Codes
Fort Meade Area Codes
Race in Fort Meade
The most populous races in Fort Meade are White / Caucasian (3,524 | 68.6%), Hispanic or Latino (1,416 | 27.6%), and Black / African American (810 | 15.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Black / African American | 810 | 15.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,416 | 27.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 45 | 0.9% |
| White / Caucasian | 3,524 | 68.6% |
| Two or more Races | 230 | 4.5% |
| Some other Race | 518 | 10.1% |
| Total | 5,133 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Fort Meade
The most populous ancestries reported in Fort Meade are Mexican (988 | 19.3%), American (708 | 13.8%), English (414 | 8.1%), German (376 | 7.3%), and Puerto Rican (239 | 4.7%), together accounting for 53.1% of all Fort Meade residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 14 | 0.3% |
| American | 708 | 13.8% |
| Austrian | 32 | 0.6% |
| British | 13 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 4 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 35 | 0.7% |
| Cuban | 19 | 0.4% |
| Dutch | 17 | 0.3% |
| Eastern European | 7 | 0.1% |
| English | 414 | 8.1% |
| European | 46 | 0.9% |
| Finnish | 15 | 0.3% |
| French | 83 | 1.6% |
| French Canadian | 7 | 0.1% |
| German | 376 | 7.3% |
| Guatemalan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 6 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 205 | 4.0% |
| Italian | 51 | 1.0% |
| Lithuanian | 6 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 988 | 19.3% |
| Norwegian | 10 | 0.2% |
| Peruvian | 31 | 0.6% |
| Polish | 6 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 239 | 4.7% |
| Salvadoran | 2 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 24 | 0.5% |
| Scotch-Irish | 44 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 67 | 1.3% |
| Slovak | 11 | 0.2% |
| South American | 66 | 1.3% |
| South American Indian | 45 | 0.9% |
| Spaniard | 100 | 1.9% |
| Subsaharan African | 14 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 17 | 0.3% |
| Swiss | 5 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 33 | 0.6% | View All 37 Rows |
Immigrants in Fort Meade
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Fort Meade came from Latin America (253 | 4.9%), Central America (180 | 3.5%), Mexico (176 | 3.4%), South America (72 | 1.4%), and Colombia (35 | 0.7%), together accounting for 14.0% of all Fort Meade residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Caribbean | 1 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 180 | 3.5% |
| Colombia | 35 | 0.7% |
| Cuba | 1 | 0.0% |
| El Salvador | 2 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 2 | 0.0% |
| Guyana | 6 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 253 | 4.9% |
| Mexico | 176 | 3.4% |
| Peru | 31 | 0.6% |
| South America | 72 | 1.4% | View All 11 Rows |
Sex and Age in Fort Meade
Sex and Age in Fort Meade
The most populous age groups in Fort Meade are 75 to 79 Years (251 | 10.1%) for men and 75 to 79 Years (239 | 9.0%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 164 (6.6%) | 164 (6.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 117 (4.7%) | 123 (4.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 163 (6.6%) | 70 (2.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 122 (4.9%) | 190 (7.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 89 (3.6%) | 99 (3.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 137 (5.5%) | 146 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 219 (8.8%) | 88 (3.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 184 (7.4%) | 100 (3.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 72 (2.9%) | 139 (5.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 152 (6.1%) | 177 (6.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 104 (4.2%) | 121 (4.6%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 115 (4.6%) | 172 (6.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 137 (5.5%) | 119 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 100 (4.0%) | 190 (7.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 134 (5.4%) | 190 (7.2%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 251 (10.1%) | 239 (9.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 78 (3.1%) | 227 (8.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 144 (5.8%) | 97 (3.7%) |
| Total | 2,482 (100.0%) | 2,651 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Fort Meade
Median Family Size in Fort Meade
The median family size in Fort Meade is 3.26 persons per family, with single female/mother families (280 | 23.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.38 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (40 | 3.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.60 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 866 (73.0%) | 3.25 |
| Single Male/Father | 40 (3.4%) | 2.60 |
| Single Female/Mother | 280 (23.6%) | 3.38 |
| Total Families | 1,186 (100.0%) | 3.26 |
Median Household Size in Fort Meade
The median household size in Fort Meade is 2.30 persons per household, with single female/mother households (280 | 12.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.48 persons per household. non-family households (1,041 | 46.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 866 (38.9%) | 3.26 |
| Single Male/Father | 40 (1.8%) | 3.35 |
| Single Female/Mother | 280 (12.6%) | 3.48 |
| Non-family | 1,041 (46.7%) | 1.14 |
| Total Households | 2,227 (100.0%) | 2.30 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fort Meade
Out of a total of 2,227 households in Fort Meade, 1,186 (53.3%) are family households, while 1,041 (46.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 618, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 931.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 931 (41.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 618 (27.8%) | 100 (4.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 222 (10.0%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 94 (4.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 153 (6.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 84 (3.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 15 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,186 (53.3%) | 1,041 (46.7%) |
Female Fertility in Fort Meade
Fertility by Age in Fort Meade
Average fertility rate in Fort Meade is 68.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 192.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 64 (100.0%) | 192.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 64 (100.0%) | 68.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fort Meade
70.3% of women with births (64) in Fort Meade are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 45 (70.3%) | 19 (29.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 45 (70.3%) | 19 (29.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Fort Meade
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 45 (70.3%) | 131.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 19 (29.7%) | 82.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 64 (100.0%) | 68.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fort Meade
29.7% of women with births in Fort Meade are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 82.2% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 57.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 37 (82.2%) | 8 (17.8%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 8 (42.1%) | 11 (57.9%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 45 (70.3%) | 19 (29.7%) |
Income in Fort Meade
Income Overview in Fort Meade
Per Capita Income in Fort Meade is $26,206, while median incomes of families and households are $65,435 and $34,474 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 5,133 | $26,206 |
| Median Family Income | 1,186 | $65,435 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,186 | $75,130 |
| Median Household Income | 2,227 | $34,474 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,227 | $56,817 |
| Income Deficit | 1,186 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 5,133 | 21.62% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 5,133 | 78.38¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 5,133 | 0.50 |
Earnings by Sex in Fort Meade
Average Earnings in Fort Meade are $33,505, $36,146 for men and $28,333 for women, a difference of 21.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,045 (57.3%) | $36,146 |
| Female | 780 (42.7%) | $28,333 |
| Total | 1,825 (100.0%) | $33,505 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fort Meade
The most common earnings brackets in Fort Meade are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (122 | 11.7%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (78 | 10.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 32 (3.1%) | 50 (6.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 76 (7.3%) | 19 (2.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 29 (2.8%) | 18 (2.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 47 (6.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 18 (1.7%) | 60 (7.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (6.5%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 58 (5.6%) | 36 (4.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 14 (1.3%) | 33 (4.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 76 (7.3%) | 16 (2.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 63 (6.0%) | 33 (4.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 29 (2.8%) | 49 (6.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 122 (11.7%) | 78 (10.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 37 (3.5%) | 26 (3.3%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 49 (4.7%) | 78 (10.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 87 (8.3%) | 8 (1.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 33 (3.2%) | 46 (5.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 118 (11.3%) | 60 (7.7%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 15 (1.4%) | 18 (2.3%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 73 (7.0%) | 33 (4.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 116 (11.1%) | 21 (2.7%) |
| Total | 1,045 (100.0%) | 780 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fort Meade
Average earnings in Fort Meade are $40,031 for men and $32,754 for women, a difference of 18.2%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $52,125, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $34,185. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,466, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $14,292.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $41,023 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $34,185 | $14,292 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $52,125 | $41,420 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $41,111 | $58,466 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $40,031 | $32,754 |
Family Income in Fort Meade
Family Income Brackets in Fort Meade
According to the Fort Meade family income data, there are 235 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.8% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 33 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 42 | 3.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 64 | 5.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 119 | 10.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 187 | 15.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 98 | 8.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 162 | 13.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 159 | 13.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 235 | 19.8% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 87 | 7.3% |
| $200,000+ | 33 | 2.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fort Meade
5-person families (153 | 12.9%) account for the highest median family income in Fort Meade with $105,781 per family, while 2-person families (649 | 54.7%) have the highest median income of $28,562 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 649 (54.7%) | $57,125 |
| 3-Person Families | 214 (18.0%) | $69,239 |
| 4-Person Families | 71 (6.0%) | $103,631 |
| 5-Person Families | 153 (12.9%) | $105,781 |
| 6-Person Families | 97 (8.2%) | $34,896 |
| 7+ Person Families | 2 (0.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,186 (100.0%) | $65,435 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Fort Meade
The median family income in Fort Meade is $65,435, with families comprising 3+ earners (40) having the highest median family income of $139,444, while families with no earners (374) have the lowest median family income of $27,357, accounting for 3.4% and 31.5% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 374 (31.5%) | $27,357 |
| 1 Earner | 436 (36.8%) | $65,962 |
| 2 Earners | 336 (28.3%) | $102,845 |
| 3+ Earners | 40 (3.4%) | $139,444 |
| Total | 1,186 (100.0%) | $65,435 |
Household Income in Fort Meade
Household Income Brackets in Fort Meade
With 423 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Fort Meade, accounting for 19.0% of all households. In contrast, only 38 households (1.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 200 | 9.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 147 | 6.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 365 | 16.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 423 | 19.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 261 | 11.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 234 | 10.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 225 | 10.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 243 | 10.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 94 | 4.2% |
| $200,000+ | 38 | 1.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Fort Meade
The median household income in Fort Meade is $34,474, with the highest median household income of $42,292 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 550 households (24.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 65 households (2.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 65 (2.9%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 536 (24.1%) | $33,723 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 550 (24.7%) | $42,292 |
| 65+ Years | 1,076 (48.3%) | $31,737 |
| Total | 2,227 (100.0%) | $34,474 |
Poverty in Fort Meade
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Meade
With 18.6% poverty level for males and 27.1% for females among the residents of Fort Meade, 35 to 44 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 134 males (52.3%) and 57 females (75.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 77 (46.9%) | 47 (28.7%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 46 (22.1%) | 80 (46.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 10 (13.9%) | 10 (55.6%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 57 (75.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 13 (24.5%) | 36 (34.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 10 (6.9%) | 43 (39.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 35 (9.8%) | 43 (18.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 134 (52.3%) | 87 (36.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 21 (8.2%) | 143 (48.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 28 (11.1%) | 50 (17.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 18 (7.7%) | 58 (15.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 70 (14.8%) | 65 (11.6%) |
| Total | 462 (18.6%) | 719 (27.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Meade
According to the poverty statistics in Fort Meade, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 87 (53.0%) | 117 (71.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 162 (77.9%) | 92 (53.5%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 62 (86.1%) | 8 (44.4%) |
| 15 Years | 14 (100.0%) | 19 (25.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 40 (75.5%) | 67 (65.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 134 (93.1%) | 67 (60.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 321 (90.2%) | 191 (81.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 122 (47.7%) | 152 (63.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 235 (91.8%) | 155 (52.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 224 (88.9%) | 241 (82.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 216 (92.3%) | 322 (84.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 403 (85.2%) | 498 (88.4%) |
| Total | 2,020 (81.4%) | 1,932 (72.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fort Meade
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fort Meade show that 14.8% or 128 of the total 866 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 45.8%, comprising of 77 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.0%, which includes 6 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 503 (91.8%) | 45 (8.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 144 (96.0%) | 6 (4.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 91 (54.2%) | 77 (45.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 738 (85.2%) | 128 (14.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fort Meade
According to the poverty data in Fort Meade, 37.5% or 15 single-father households and 25.0% or 70 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (60.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 households (75.9%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (5.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 15 (60.0%) | 39 (39.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (75.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 15 (37.5%) | 70 (25.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fort Meade
The poverty data for Fort Meade shows that 128 of the married-couple family households (14.8%) and 85 of the single-parent households (26.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 77 households (45.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 22 household (75.9%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 45 (8.2%) | 9 (5.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 6 (4.0%) | 54 (43.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 77 (45.8%) | 22 (75.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 128 (14.8%) | 85 (26.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Fort Meade
Employment by Class of Employer in Fort Meade
Among the 1,607 employed individuals in Fort Meade, private company employees (1,110 | 69.1%), local government employees (165 | 10.3%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (127 | 7.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,110 | 69.1% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 54 | 3.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 127 | 7.9% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 48 | 3.0% |
| Local Government Employees | 165 | 10.3% |
| State Government Employees | 100 | 6.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 0 | 0.0% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 3 | 0.2% |
| Total | 1,607 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Fort Meade
According to the labor force statistics for Fort Meade, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,242), 42.5% or 1,803 individuals are in the labor force, with 9.2% or 166 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 92.6% or 174 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 26.4% or 46 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 28 (12.6%) | 7 (25.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 174 (92.6%) | 46 (26.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 222 (78.4%) | 33 (14.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 275 (89.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 324 (65.5%) | 59 (18.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 334 (60.3%) | 4 (1.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 150 (52.3%) | 5 (3.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 124 (48.4%) | 2 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 87 (14.2%) | 9 (10.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 84 (8.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,803 (42.5%) | 166 (9.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fort Meade
According to labor force statistics for Fort Meade, 65.5% of individuals (1,429) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,182) are in the labor force, with 7.2% or 103 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 84.6% or 204 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 29.9% or 52 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 174 (48.2%) | 108 (29.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 601 (60.6%) | 84 (8.5%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 450 (76.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 204 (84.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,429 (65.5%) | 157 (7.2%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Fort Meade
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fort Meade are Management (129 | 7.9%), Community & Social Service (112 | 6.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (58 | 3.5%), Education Instruction & Library (56 | 3.4%), and Legal Services & Support (38 | 2.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Fort Meade, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (74.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (55.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (35.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 96 (74.4%) | 33 (25.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 6 (20.0%) | 24 (80.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 20 (17.9%) | 92 (82.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 38 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 20 (35.7%) | 36 (64.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 32 (55.2%) | 26 (44.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 154 (44.0%) | 196 (56.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 978 (59.7%) | 659 (40.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Fort Meade are Personal Care & Service (128 | 7.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (111 | 6.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (80 | 4.9%), Healthcare Support (40 | 2.4%), and Security & Protection (2 | 0.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Fort Meade, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (77.5%), Personal Care & Service (57.0%), and Healthcare Support (17.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 7 (17.5%) | 33 (82.5%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 80 (100.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 86 (77.5%) | 25 (22.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 73 (57.0%) | 55 (43.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 166 (46.0%) | 195 (54.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 978 (59.7%) | 659 (40.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fort Meade are Office & Administration (203 | 12.4%), and Sales & Related (124 | 7.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 78 (62.9%) | 46 (37.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 203 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 78 (23.8%) | 249 (76.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 978 (59.7%) | 659 (40.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fort Meade are Construction & Extraction (176 | 10.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (137 | 8.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (18 | 1.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 176 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 137 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 331 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 978 (59.7%) | 659 (40.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fort Meade are Material Moving (102 | 6.2%), Transportation (99 | 6.0%), and Production (67 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 67 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 99 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 83 (81.4%) | 19 (18.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 249 (92.9%) | 19 (7.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 978 (59.7%) | 659 (40.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Fort Meade
Employment Industries in Fort Meade
The major employment industries in Fort Meade include Retail Trade (213 | 13.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (203 | 12.4%), Construction (200 | 12.2%), Educational Services (110 | 6.7%), and Public Administration (102 | 6.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fort Meade
The Fort Meade industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (84.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 28 (36.4%) | 49 (63.6%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 41 (74.6%) | 14 (25.5%) |
| Construction | 200 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 77 (87.5%) | 11 (12.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 149 (70.0%) | 64 (30.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 67 (77.9%) | 19 (22.1%) |
| Utilities | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 18 (75.0%) | 6 (25.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 37 (40.7%) | 54 (59.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 37 (52.1%) | 34 (47.9%) |
| Educational Services | 42 (38.2%) | 68 (61.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 32 (15.8%) | 171 (84.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 19 (33.9%) | 37 (66.1%) |
| Public Administration | 45 (44.1%) | 57 (55.9%) |
| Total | 978 (59.7%) | 659 (40.3%) |
Education in Fort Meade
School Enrollment in Fort Meade
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,017 students in Fort Meade are high school (279 | 27.4%), elementary school (217 | 21.3%), and middle school (192 | 18.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 89 | 8.7% |
| Kindergarten | 68 | 6.7% |
| Elementary School | 217 | 21.3% |
| Middle School | 192 | 18.9% |
| High School | 279 | 27.4% |
| College / Undergraduate | 159 | 15.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 13 | 1.3% |
| Total | 1,017 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fort Meade
Out of a total of 1,017 students who are enrolled in schools in Fort Meade, 184 (18.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 833 (81.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 26 (39.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 89 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 89 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 190 (80.2%) | 47 (19.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 199 (85.4%) | 34 (14.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 188 (79.3%) | 49 (20.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 39 (72.2%) | 15 (27.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 23 (76.7%) | 7 (23.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 40 (60.6%) | 26 (39.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 65 (91.5%) | 6 (8.5%) |
| Total | 833 (81.9%) | 184 (18.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fort Meade
Education (137 | 33.2%), computers & mathematics (76 | 18.4%), science & technology (47 | 11.4%), business (38 | 9.2%), and communications (29 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 413 individuals in Fort Meade who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 76 | 18.4% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 15 | 3.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 20 | 4.8% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 14 | 3.4% |
| Engineering | 14 | 3.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 47 | 11.4% |
| Business | 38 | 9.2% |
| Education | 137 | 33.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 7 | 1.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 29 | 7.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 16 | 3.9% |
| Total | 413 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Fort Meade
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fort Meade
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Fort Meade are males with 2 vehicles (371, accounting for 38.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (320, making up 57.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 10 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 219 (22.8%) | 80 (12.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 371 (38.7%) | 320 (49.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 184 (19.2%) | 210 (32.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 134 (14.0%) | 20 (3.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 41 (4.3%) | 16 (2.5%) |
| Total | 959 (100.0%) | 646 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Fort Meade
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fort Meade are 5 to 9 minutes (208 commuters, 13.4%), 90 or more minutes (181 commuters, 11.7%), and 45 to 59 minutes (169 commuters, 10.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 133 | 8.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 208 | 13.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 86 | 5.6% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 154 | 9.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 115 | 7.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 157 | 10.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 127 | 8.2% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 102 | 6.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 44 | 2.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 169 | 10.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 74 | 4.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 181 | 11.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Fort Meade
The most common commute times in Fort Meade are 90 or more minutes (151 commuters, 15.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (135 commuters, 22.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 97 (10.2%) | 36 (6.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 73 (7.7%) | 135 (22.6%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 80 (8.4%) | 6 (1.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 104 (10.9%) | 50 (8.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 36 (3.8%) | 79 (13.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 83 (8.7%) | 74 (12.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 71 (7.4%) | 56 (9.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 89 (9.3%) | 13 (2.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 39 (4.1%) | 5 (0.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 81 (8.5%) | 88 (14.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 49 (5.1%) | 25 (4.2%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 151 (15.8%) | 30 (5.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fort Meade
The most frequent times of departure to work in Fort Meade are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (192, 20.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (136, 22.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 145 (15.2%) | 5 (0.8%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 38 (4.0%) | 14 (2.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 65 (6.8%) | 36 (6.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 132 (13.9%) | 67 (11.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 192 (20.2%) | 59 (9.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 182 (19.1%) | 136 (22.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 54 (5.7%) | 88 (14.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 15 (1.6%) | 107 (17.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 13 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 110 (11.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 7 (0.7%) | 36 (6.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (3.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (4.7%) |
| Total | 953 (100.0%) | 597 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Fort Meade
Occupancy by Ownership in Fort Meade
Of the total 2,227 dwellings in Fort Meade, owner-occupied units account for 1,643 (73.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 584 (26.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,643 | 73.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 584 | 26.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,227 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Fort Meade
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 931 | 41.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 718 | 32.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 232 | 10.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 346 | 15.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,227 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fort Meade
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 538 (57.8%) | 393 (42.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 586 (81.6%) | 132 (18.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 227 (97.8%) | 5 (2.2%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 292 (84.4%) | 54 (15.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,643 (73.8%) | 584 (26.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fort Meade
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 250 (62.2%) | 152 (37.8%) |
| High School Diploma | 786 (79.7%) | 200 (20.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 446 (83.7%) | 87 (16.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 161 (52.6%) | 145 (47.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fort Meade
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 372 | 16.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 229 | 10.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 196 | 8.8% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 354 | 15.9% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 365 | 16.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 499 | 22.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 212 | 9.5% |
| Total | 2,227 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Fort Meade
Median Income by Occupancy in Fort Meade
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,643 (73.8%) | $39,531 |
| Renter-Occupied | 584 (26.2%) | $21,010 |
| Average | 2,227 (100.0%) | $34,474 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fort Meade
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 68 (4.1%) | 112 (19.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 20 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 76 (4.6%) | 71 (12.2%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 106 (6.5%) | 67 (11.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 89 (5.4%) | 104 (17.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 389 (23.7%) | 34 (5.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 141 (8.6%) | 120 (20.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 180 (11.0%) | 53 (9.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 201 (12.2%) | 23 (3.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 242 (14.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 131 (8.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,643 (100.0%) | 584 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fort Meade
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 353 (21.5%) | 24 (4.1%) |
| $300 to $499 | 446 (27.2%) | 77 (13.2%) |
| $500 to $799 | 311 (18.9%) | 103 (17.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 79 (4.8%) | 205 (35.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 227 (13.8%) | 104 (17.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 200 (12.2%) | 11 (1.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 26 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,643 (100.0%) | 584 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Fort Meade
Housing Structures in Fort Meade
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,647 | 74.0% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 37 | 1.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 34 | 1.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 10 | 0.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 82 | 3.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 52 | 2.3% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 365 | 16.4% |
| Total | 2,227 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fort Meade
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,347 (81.8%) | 300 (18.2%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 23 (62.2%) | 14 (37.8%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 82 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 273 (74.8%) | 92 (25.2%) |
| Total | 1,643 (73.8%) | 584 (26.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fort Meade
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (1.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 142 (8.6%) | 76 (13.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 518 (31.5%) | 300 (51.4%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 654 (39.8%) | 194 (33.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 329 (20.0%) | 8 (1.4%) |
| Total | 1,643 (100.0%) | 584 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fort Meade
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 120 (7.3%) | 15 (2.6%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 8 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 1,515 (92.2%) | 534 (91.4%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (6.0%) |
| Total | 1,643 (100.0%) | 584 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Fort Meade
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 158 (9.6%) | 87 (14.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 520 (31.7%) | 364 (62.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 591 (36.0%) | 133 (22.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 374 (22.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,643 (100.0%) | 584 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Fort Meade
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fort Meade
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,050 | 593 |
| Median Property Value | $107,600 | $206,500 |
| Median Household Income | $32,026 | $59 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $416 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $949 | $51 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fort Meade
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 189 (18.0%) | 42 (7.1%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 293 (27.9%) | 63 (10.6%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 461 (43.9%) | 406 (68.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 100 (9.5%) | 17 (2.9%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 56 (9.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (1.5%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 7 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,050 (100.0%) | 593 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fort Meade
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 54 (5.1%) | 44 (7.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 218 (20.8%) | 34 (5.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 308 (29.3%) | 53 (8.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 119 (11.3%) | 81 (13.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 98 (9.3%) | 22 (3.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 71 (6.8%) | 82 (13.8%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 110 (10.5%) | 130 (21.9%) |
| $150,000 or more | 72 (6.9%) | 132 (22.3%) |
| Total | 1,050 (100.0%) | 593 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fort Meade
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 375 (35.7%) | 78,536 (13,243.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 165 (15.7%) | 209 (35.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 63 (6.0%) | 171 (28.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 432 (41.1%) | 27 (4.5%) |
| Total | 1,050 (100.0%) | 593 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fort Meade
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 356 (33.9%) | 20 (3.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 394 (37.5%) | 199 (33.6%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 147 (14.0%) | 134 (22.6%) |
| Total | 1,050 (100.0%) | 593 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Fort Meade
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Meade
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 331 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 701 (91.0%) | 69 (9.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 152 (48.7%) | 160 (51.3%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 317 (66.3%) | 161 (33.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 394 (79.6%) | 101 (20.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 361 (65.2%) | 193 (34.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 498 (91.7%) | 45 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 610 (99.4%) | 4 (0.6%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,036 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,400 (85.7%) | 733 (14.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fort Meade
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 331 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 701 (91.0%) | 69 (9.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 152 (48.7%) | 160 (51.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fort Meade
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 907 (76.2%) | 283 (23.8%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,128 (88.9%) | 141 (11.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 549 (83.2%) | 111 (16.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 511 (91.6%) | 47 (8.4%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,290 (89.5%) | 151 (10.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Meade
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 213 (64.3%) | 118 (35.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 190 (24.7%) | 511 (66.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 70 (22.4%) | 93 (29.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 43 (9.0%) | 274 (57.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 92 (18.6%) | 326 (65.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 171 (30.9%) | 217 (39.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 239 (44.0%) | 323 (59.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 610 (99.4%) | 258 (42.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,036 (100.0%) | 537 (51.8%) |
| Total | 2,664 (51.9%) | 2,657 (51.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fort Meade
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (5.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (12.7%) | 19 (5.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 33 (6.6%) | 5 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 156 (20.4%) | 116 (14.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 53 (22.7%) | 86 (22.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 373 (78.9%) | 232 (41.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fort Meade
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 76 (10.0%) | 21 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 30 (12.8%) | 26 (6.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 140 (29.6%) | 39 (6.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (5.5%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (5.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 61 (8.0%) | 8 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (9.4%) | 19 (5.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (3.8%) | 27 (4.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (12.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 33 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 84 (11.0%) | 18 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 108 (22.8%) | 30 (5.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 30 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 100 (13.1%) | 91 (11.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (5.1%) | 80 (21.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 217 (45.9%) | 219 (38.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 30 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 2 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 47 (6.1%) | 15 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (9.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 55 (11.6%) | 47 (8.4%) |
Technology Access in Fort Meade
Computing Device Access in Fort Meade
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,289 | 57.9% |
| Smartphone | 1,594 | 71.6% |
| Tablet | 995 | 44.7% |
| No Computing Device | 458 | 20.6% |
| Total | 2,227 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Fort Meade
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 9 | 0.4% |
| Broadband Home | 1,055 | 47.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 391 | 17.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 253 | 11.4% |
| No Internet | 598 | 26.9% |
| Total | 2,227 | 100.0% |
Fort Meade Summary
Fort Meade is a city located in Polk County, Florida, United States. The population was 5,691 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Lakeland–Winter Haven Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History
Fort Meade was established in 1849 as a military post during the Second Seminole War. The fort was named after General George Meade, who was the commander of the Union forces at the Battle of Gettysburg. The fort was abandoned in 1858, but the town of Fort Meade was established in 1885.
The town was originally a center for the phosphate mining industry, and the first phosphate plant was built in 1887. The town was incorporated in 1895.
Geography
Fort Meade is located at 27°45'N 81°48'W (27.75, -81.8). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 5.2 square miles (13.4 km2), of which 5.1 square miles (13.2 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) (1.45%) is water.
Economy
The economy of Fort Meade is largely based on the phosphate mining industry. The city is home to several phosphate mining companies, including Mosaic, which is the largest phosphate mining company in the world. The city is also home to several other businesses, including a number of retail stores, restaurants, and other services.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 5,521 people, 2,072 households, and 1,427 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,077.3 people per square mile (416.7/km2). There were 2,310 housing units at an average density of 449.2 per square mile (173.6/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 68.45% White, 28.45% African American, 0.18% Native American, 0.45% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.91% from other races, and 1.54% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.17% of the population.
There were 2,072 households, out of which 32.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.2% were married couples living together, 17.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.7% were non-families. 26.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.14.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $27,813, and the median income for a family was $32,917. Males had a median income of $27,917 versus $20,938 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,845. About 16.2% of families and 19.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 14.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Fort Meade?
Total Population of Fort Meade is 5,133.
What is the Total Male Population of Fort Meade?
Total Male Population of Fort Meade is 2,482.
What is the Total Female Population of Fort Meade?
Total Female Population of Fort Meade is 2,651.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fort Meade?
There are 93.63 Males per 100 Females in Fort Meade.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fort Meade?
There are 106.81 Females per 100 Males in Fort Meade.
What is the Median Population Age in Fort Meade?
Median Population Age in Fort Meade is 48.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fort Meade
Average Family Size in Fort Meade is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fort Meade
Average Household Size in Fort Meade is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fort Meade?
Per Capita income in Fort Meade is $26,206.
What is the Median Family Income in Fort Meade?
Median Family Income in Fort Meade is $65,435.
What is the Median Household income in Fort Meade?
Median Household Income in Fort Meade is $34,474.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fort Meade?
Income or Wage Gap in Fort Meade is 21.6%.
Women in Fort Meade earn 78.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Fort Meade?
Inequality or Gini Index in Fort Meade is 0.50.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fort Meade?
There are 1,803 People in the Labor Forcein in Fort Meade.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fort Meade?
42.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Fort Meade.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fort Meade?
Unemployment Rate in Fort Meade is 9.2%.