Fort Meade, MD

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10,011
TOTAL POPULATION
5,180
MALE POPULATION
4,831
FEMALE POPULATION
107.22
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.26
FEMALES / 100 MALES
27.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,407
PER CAPITA INCOME
$88,438
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$94,110
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,039
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
72.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Fort Meade

The most populous races in Fort Meade are White / Caucasian (4,830 | 48.2%), Black / African American (2,488 | 24.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (1,520 | 15.2%).
Race in Fort Meade
Race# Population% Population
Asian7777.8%
Black / African American2,48824.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific330.3%
Hispanic or Latino1,52015.2%
Native / Alaskan160.2%
White / Caucasian4,83048.2%
Two or more Races1,50415.0%
Some other Race3633.6%
Total10,011100.0%

Ancestry in Fort Meade

The most populous ancestries reported in Fort Meade are German (1,169 | 11.7%), Irish (763 | 7.6%), Mexican (752 | 7.5%), English (668 | 6.7%), and American (575 | 5.7%), together accounting for 39.2% of all Fort Meade residents.
Ancestry in Fort Meade
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1431.4%
Albanian590.6%
American5755.7%
Apache100.1%
Arab300.3%
Armenian140.1%
Austrian250.3%
Belgian220.2%
Bhutanese330.3%
Brazilian360.4%
British610.6%
British West Indian60.1%
Burmese1611.6%
Canadian90.1%
Central American1371.4%
Central American Indian280.3%
Cherokee240.2%
Choctaw20.0%
Colombian270.3%
Costa Rican130.1%
Crow30.0%
Cuban140.1%
Czechoslovakian250.3%
Danish200.2%
Dutch280.3%
Egyptian60.1%
English6686.7%
European2892.9%
French1431.4%
French Canadian240.2%
German1,16911.7%
German Russian70.1%
Ghanaian480.5%
Greek180.2%
Guamanian / Chamorro290.3%
Guatemalan220.2%
Guyanese60.1%
Haitian50.1%
Honduran40.0%
Hungarian240.2%
Indian (Asian)2572.6%
Iranian120.1%
Irish7637.6%
Italian5295.3%
Jamaican340.3%
Jordanian80.1%
Korean5625.6%
Lithuanian140.1%
Macedonian50.1%
Mexican7527.5%
Moroccan50.1%
Native Hawaiian650.6%
Nicaraguan40.0%
Northern European100.1%
Norwegian350.4%
Pakistani360.4%
Panamanian800.8%
Polish2812.8%
Portuguese950.9%
Puerto Rican5205.2%
Puget Sound Salish60.1%
Russian130.1%
Salvadoran140.1%
Scandinavian930.9%
Scotch-Irish680.7%
Scottish2382.4%
Slavic500.5%
South American340.3%
Spaniard500.5%
Spanish80.1%
Sri Lankan550.5%
Subsaharan African1992.0%
Swedish1131.1%
Swiss130.1%
Thai840.8%
Ukrainian690.7%
Venezuelan70.1%
Welsh410.4%
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Immigrants in Fort Meade

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Fort Meade came from Asia (568 | 5.7%), South Eastern Asia (281 | 2.8%), Philippines (270 | 2.7%), Eastern Asia (215 | 2.1%), and China (180 | 1.8%), together accounting for 15.1% of all Fort Meade residents.
Immigrants in Fort Meade
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1131.1%
Asia5685.7%
Brazil250.3%
Cabo Verde40.0%
Canada40.0%
Caribbean190.2%
Central America750.7%
China1801.8%
Colombia40.0%
Costa Rica130.1%
Cuba50.1%
Eastern Asia2152.1%
Eastern Europe400.4%
Europe840.8%
Germany170.2%
Ghana250.3%
Guatemala100.1%
Guyana60.1%
India720.7%
Ireland140.1%
Jamaica80.1%
Korea350.4%
Latin America1291.3%
Mexico480.5%
Morocco50.1%
Nicaragua40.0%
North Macedonia50.1%
Northern Africa50.1%
Northern Europe270.3%
Philippines2702.7%
Scotland130.1%
Senegal150.2%
South America350.4%
South Central Asia720.7%
South Eastern Asia2812.8%
Ukraine350.4%
Vietnam110.1%
Western Africa940.9%
Western Europe170.2%
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Sex and Age in Fort Meade

Sex and Age in Fort Meade

The most populous age groups in Fort Meade are Under 5 Years (677 | 13.1%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (585 | 12.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Fort Meade
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years677 (13.1%)493 (10.2%)
5 to 9 Years488 (9.4%)525 (10.9%)
10 to 14 Years325 (6.3%)499 (10.3%)
15 to 19 Years276 (5.3%)333 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Years667 (12.9%)404 (8.4%)
25 to 29 Years563 (10.9%)585 (12.1%)
30 to 34 Years637 (12.3%)561 (11.6%)
35 to 39 Years443 (8.6%)398 (8.2%)
40 to 44 Years328 (6.3%)210 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years257 (5.0%)332 (6.9%)
50 to 54 Years185 (3.6%)172 (3.6%)
55 to 59 Years95 (1.8%)63 (1.3%)
60 to 64 Years76 (1.5%)125 (2.6%)
65 to 69 Years92 (1.8%)61 (1.3%)
70 to 74 Years71 (1.4%)33 (0.7%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)16 (0.3%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)14 (0.3%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (0.1%)
Total5,180 (100.0%)4,831 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Fort Meade

Median Family Size in Fort Meade

The median family size in Fort Meade is 3.59 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,031 | 86.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.68 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (47 | 2.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.94 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Fort Meade
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,031 (86.9%)3.68
Single Male/Father47 (2.0%)2.94
Single Female/Mother260 (11.1%)3.02
Total Families2,338 (100.0%)3.59

Median Household Size in Fort Meade

The median household size in Fort Meade is 3.19 persons per household, with married-couple households (2,031 | 69.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.69 persons per household. non-family households (600 | 20.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.58 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Fort Meade
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,031 (69.1%)3.69
Single Male/Father47 (1.6%)3.04
Single Female/Mother260 (8.8%)3.07
Non-family600 (20.4%)1.58
Total Households2,938 (100.0%)3.19

Household Size by Marriage Status in Fort Meade

Out of a total of 2,938 households in Fort Meade, 2,338 (79.6%) are family households, while 600 (20.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 749, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 300.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Fort Meade
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-300 (10.2%)
2-Person Households619 (21.1%)279 (9.5%)
3-Person Households749 (25.5%)21 (0.7%)
4-Person Households439 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households318 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households174 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households39 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,338 (79.6%)600 (20.4%)

Female Fertility in Fort Meade

Fertility by Age in Fort Meade

Average fertility rate in Fort Meade is 87.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 132.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 82.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Fort Meade
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years205 (82.0%)132.0
35 to 50 years45 (18.0%)45.0
Total250 (100.0%)87.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fort Meade

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Fort Meade
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years205 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total250 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Fort Meade

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Fort Meade
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma50 (20.0%)126.0
College or Associate's Degree110 (44.0%)108.0
Bachelor's Degree44 (17.6%)58.0
Graduate Degree46 (18.4%)124.0
Total250 (100.0%)87.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fort Meade

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Fort Meade
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total250 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Fort Meade

Income Overview in Fort Meade

Per Capita Income in Fort Meade is $35,407, while median incomes of families and households are $88,438 and $94,110 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income10,011$35,407
Median Family Income2,338$88,438
Mean Family Income2,338$114,270
Median Household Income2,938$94,110
Mean Household Income2,938$113,528
Income Deficit2,338$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)10,01122.30%
Wage / Income Gap ($)10,01177.70¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index10,0110.37

Earnings by Sex in Fort Meade

Average Earnings in Fort Meade are $49,174, $53,401 for men and $41,490 for women, a difference of 22.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Fort Meade
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,186 (61.1%)$53,401
Female2,028 (38.9%)$41,490
Total5,214 (100.0%)$49,174

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fort Meade

The most common earnings brackets in Fort Meade are $100,000+ for men (544 | 17.1%) and $100,000+ for women (324 | 16.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Fort Meade
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less28 (0.9%)161 (7.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99924 (0.7%)52 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49934 (1.1%)69 (3.4%)
$7,500 to $9,9996 (0.2%)55 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $12,49945 (1.4%)83 (4.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99967 (2.1%)66 (3.3%)
$15,000 to $17,49981 (2.5%)43 (2.1%)
$17,500 to $19,99937 (1.2%)89 (4.4%)
$20,000 to $22,49966 (2.1%)10 (0.5%)
$22,500 to $24,999160 (5.0%)27 (1.3%)
$25,000 to $29,999184 (5.8%)111 (5.5%)
$30,000 to $34,999155 (4.9%)115 (5.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999141 (4.4%)40 (2.0%)
$40,000 to $44,999192 (6.0%)225 (11.1%)
$45,000 to $49,999167 (5.2%)110 (5.4%)
$50,000 to $54,999277 (8.7%)71 (3.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999290 (9.1%)54 (2.7%)
$65,000 to $74,999220 (6.9%)158 (7.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999468 (14.7%)165 (8.1%)
$100,000+544 (17.1%)324 (16.0%)
Total3,186 (100.0%)2,028 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fort Meade

Average earnings in Fort Meade are $64,037 for men and $45,662 for women, a difference of 28.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $108,879, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $47,429. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $96,625, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $40,303.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Fort Meade
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$47,429$0
College or Associate's Degree$53,697$40,303
Bachelor's Degree$78,504$51,667
Graduate Degree$108,879$96,625
Total$64,037$45,662

Family Income in Fort Meade

Family Income Brackets in Fort Meade

According to the Fort Meade family income data, there are 554 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.7% of all families. Conversely, the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 7 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Fort Meade
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000351.5%
$10,000 to $14,999261.1%
$15,000 to $24,99970.3%
$25,000 to $34,9991034.4%
$35,000 to $49,99930413.0%
$50,000 to $74,99955423.7%
$75,000 to $99,99923410.0%
$100,000 to $149,99951722.1%
$150,000 to $199,99925711.0%
$200,000+29912.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fort Meade

3-person families (772 | 33.0%) account for the highest median family income in Fort Meade with $101,971 per family, while 2-person families (624 | 26.7%) have the highest median income of $36,875 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Fort Meade
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families624 (26.7%)$73,750
3-Person Families772 (33.0%)$101,971
4-Person Families411 (17.6%)$71,615
5-Person Families318 (13.6%)$84,833
6-Person Families174 (7.4%)$88,750
7+ Person Families39 (1.7%)$75,375
Total2,338 (100.0%)$88,438

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fort Meade

Family Income by Number of Earners in Fort Meade
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners36 (1.5%)$0
1 Earner1,028 (44.0%)$63,594
2 Earners1,166 (49.9%)$111,722
3+ Earners108 (4.6%)$172,000
Total2,338 (100.0%)$88,438

Household Income in Fort Meade

Household Income Brackets in Fort Meade

With 687 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Fort Meade, accounting for 23.4% of all households. In contrast, only 15 households (0.5%) fall into the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Fort Meade
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000411.4%
$10,000 to $14,999260.9%
$15,000 to $24,999150.5%
$25,000 to $34,9991264.3%
$35,000 to $49,99937312.7%
$50,000 to $74,99961420.9%
$75,000 to $99,99934411.7%
$100,000 to $149,99968723.4%
$150,000 to $199,99934711.8%
$200,000+36412.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Fort Meade

The median household income in Fort Meade is $94,110, with the highest median household income of $136,202 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 667 households (22.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 92 households (3.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Fort Meade
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years290 (9.9%)$57,174
25 to 44 Years1,889 (64.3%)$84,159
45 to 64 Years667 (22.7%)$136,202
65+ Years92 (3.1%)$0
Total2,938 (100.0%)$94,110

Poverty in Fort Meade

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Meade

With 6.0% poverty level for males and 5.9% for females among the residents of Fort Meade, 55 to 64 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 44 males (25.7%) and 17 females (38.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Meade
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years57 (8.5%)22 (4.5%)
5 Years8 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years23 (5.0%)58 (9.4%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)35 (12.4%)
15 Years7 (18.4%)17 (38.6%)
16 and 17 Years13 (21.3%)7 (4.2%)
18 to 24 Years33 (6.1%)26 (5.9%)
25 to 34 Years48 (4.3%)48 (4.3%)
35 to 44 Years39 (5.1%)27 (4.5%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)36 (7.1%)
55 to 64 Years44 (25.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total285 (6.0%)276 (5.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Meade

According to the poverty statistics in Fort Meade, males aged 12 to 14 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.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Fort Meade
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years611 (91.5%)471 (95.5%)
5 Years149 (94.9%)124 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years436 (95.0%)559 (90.6%)
12 to 14 Years197 (100.0%)248 (87.6%)
15 Years31 (81.6%)27 (61.4%)
16 and 17 Years48 (78.7%)160 (95.8%)
18 to 24 Years506 (93.9%)418 (94.1%)
25 to 34 Years1,070 (95.7%)1,064 (95.7%)
35 to 44 Years718 (94.9%)575 (95.5%)
45 to 54 Years435 (100.0%)468 (92.9%)
55 to 64 Years127 (74.3%)188 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years150 (92.0%)94 (100.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Total4,478 (94.0%)4,433 (94.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fort Meade

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Fort Meade show that 2.3% or 47 of the total 2,031 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 52.2%, comprising of 12 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Fort Meade
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children631 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children947 (97.8%)21 (2.2%)
3 or 4 Children395 (96.6%)14 (3.4%)
5 or more Children11 (47.8%)12 (52.2%)
Total1,984 (97.7%)47 (2.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fort Meade

According to the poverty data in Fort Meade, 14.9% or 7 single-father households and 12.3% or 32 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (17.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Fort Meade
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)24 (12.1%)
3 or 4 Children7 (100.0%)8 (17.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (14.9%)32 (12.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fort Meade

The poverty data for Fort Meade shows that 47 of the married-couple family households (2.3%) and 39 of the single-parent households (12.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (52.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 household (28.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Fort Meade
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children21 (2.2%)24 (11.1%)
3 or 4 Children14 (3.4%)15 (28.3%)
5 or more Children12 (52.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total47 (2.3%)39 (12.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Fort Meade

Employment by Class of Employer in Fort Meade

Among the 4,879 employed individuals in Fort Meade, federal government employees (3,542 | 72.6%), private company employees (1,090 | 22.3%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (104 | 2.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Fort Meade
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,09022.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)110.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1042.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations511.1%
Local Government Employees481.0%
State Government Employees330.7%
Federal Government Employees3,54272.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total4,879100.0%

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 (6,922), 72.8% or 5,039 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 232 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 86.1% or 136 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.1% or 29 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Fort Meade
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years238 (45.2%)29 (12.1%)
20 to 24 Years834 (77.9%)48 (5.8%)
25 to 29 Years885 (77.1%)19 (2.1%)
30 to 34 Years921 (76.9%)49 (5.3%)
35 to 44 Years1,145 (83.0%)105 (9.2%)
45 to 54 Years690 (72.9%)14 (2.0%)
55 to 59 Years136 (86.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years109 (54.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years66 (25.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (48.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,039 (72.8%)232 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fort Meade

According to labor force statistics for Fort Meade, 77.3% of individuals (3,888) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (5,030) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 167 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 84.7% or 1,830 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.3% or 26 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Fort Meade
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School90 (49.5%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma254 (51.0%)51 (10.3%)
College / Associate Degree1,830 (84.7%)84 (3.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,712 (78.2%)83 (3.8%)
Total3,888 (77.3%)216 (4.3%)

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 Computers, Engineering & Science (327 | 13.7%), Business & Financial (316 | 13.3%), Computers & Mathematics (241 | 10.1%), Management (177 | 7.4%), and Community & Social Service (158 | 6.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Fort Meade

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 Life, Physical & Social Science (78.8%), Computers, Engineering & Science (69.7%), and Computers & Mathematics (69.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (87.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (70.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Fort Meade
OccupationMaleFemale
Management76 (42.9%)101 (57.1%)
Business & Financial102 (32.3%)214 (67.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science228 (69.7%)99 (30.3%)
Computers & Mathematics168 (69.7%)73 (30.3%)
Architecture & Engineering19 (55.9%)15 (44.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science41 (78.8%)11 (21.1%)
Community & Social Service 52 (32.9%)106 (67.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support7 (36.8%)12 (63.2%)
Education Instruction & Library20 (29.4%)48 (70.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment25 (49.0%)26 (51.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating18 (12.8%)123 (87.2%)
Health Technologists18 (37.5%)30 (62.5%)
Total (Category)476 (42.5%)643 (57.5%)
Total (Overall)1,037 (43.5%)1,347 (56.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Fort Meade are Security & Protection (180 | 7.5%), Law Enforcement (129 | 5.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (102 | 4.3%), Personal Care & Service (78 | 3.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (51 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Fort Meade

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Fort Meade, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (89.9%), Security & Protection (70.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (64.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (85.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (78.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Fort Meade
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support7 (14.3%)42 (85.7%)
Security & Protection127 (70.6%)53 (29.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention11 (21.6%)40 (78.4%)
Law Enforcement116 (89.9%)13 (10.1%)
Food Preparation & Serving51 (50.0%)51 (50.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance29 (64.4%)16 (35.6%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)78 (100.0%)
Total (Category)214 (47.1%)240 (52.9%)
Total (Overall)1,037 (43.5%)1,347 (56.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Fort Meade are Office & Administration (374 | 15.7%), and Sales & Related (282 | 11.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Fort Meade

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Fort Meade
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related117 (41.5%)165 (58.5%)
Office & Administration94 (25.1%)280 (74.9%)
Total (Category)211 (32.2%)445 (67.8%)
Total (Overall)1,037 (43.5%)1,347 (56.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Fort Meade are Construction & Extraction (62 | 2.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (11 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Fort Meade

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Fort Meade
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,037 (43.5%)1,347 (56.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Fort Meade are Production (48 | 2.0%), Material Moving (24 | 1.0%), and Transportation (10 | 0.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Fort Meade

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Fort Meade
OccupationMaleFemale
Production34 (70.8%)14 (29.2%)
Transportation5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Material Moving24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)63 (76.8%)19 (23.2%)
Total (Overall)1,037 (43.5%)1,347 (56.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Fort Meade

Employment Industries in Fort Meade

The major employment industries in Fort Meade include Public Administration (772 | 32.4%), Retail Trade (331 | 13.9%), Professional & Scientific (302 | 12.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (288 | 12.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (144 | 6.0%).
Employment Industries in Fort Meade

Employment Industries by Sex in Fort Meade

The Fort Meade industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Construction (94.5%), and Manufacturing (72.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (84.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Fort Meade
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction69 (94.5%)4 (5.5%)
Manufacturing8 (72.7%)3 (27.3%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade105 (31.7%)226 (68.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing19 (32.8%)39 (67.2%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information20 (48.8%)21 (51.2%)
Finance & Insurance26 (25.2%)77 (74.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing5 (55.6%)4 (44.4%)
Professional & Scientific204 (67.5%)98 (32.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support39 (50.0%)39 (50.0%)
Educational Services11 (19.0%)47 (81.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance44 (15.3%)244 (84.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation13 (25.5%)38 (74.5%)
Accommodation & Food Services57 (39.6%)87 (60.4%)
Public Administration402 (52.1%)370 (47.9%)
Total1,037 (43.5%)1,347 (56.5%)

Education in Fort Meade

School Enrollment in Fort Meade

The most common levels of schooling among the 3,641 students in Fort Meade are college / undergraduate (985 | 27.1%), elementary school (713 | 19.6%), and middle school (661 | 18.1%).
School Enrollment in Fort Meade
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2526.9%
Kindergarten3519.6%
Elementary School71319.6%
Middle School66118.1%
High School41411.4%
College / Undergraduate98527.1%
Graduate / Professional2657.3%
Total3,641100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fort Meade

Out of a total of 3,641 students who are enrolled in schools in Fort Meade, 626 (17.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,015 (82.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 63 (26.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 281 (90.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Fort Meade
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds167 (90.3%)18 (9.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old786 (80.0%)196 (20.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds660 (80.7%)158 (19.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds281 (90.6%)29 (9.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds84 (81.6%)19 (18.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds336 (80.8%)80 (19.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds529 (89.5%)62 (10.5%)
35 Years and over173 (73.3%)63 (26.7%)
Total3,015 (82.8%)626 (17.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fort Meade

Business (541 | 22.7%), arts & humanities (283 | 11.9%), social sciences (216 | 9.1%), science & technology (208 | 8.7%), and liberal arts & history (201 | 8.4%) are the most common fields of study among 2,385 individuals in Fort Meade who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Fort Meade
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1415.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural853.6%
Physical & Health Sciences421.8%
Psychology1425.9%
Social Sciences2169.1%
Engineering1174.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies261.1%
Science & Technology2088.7%
Business54122.7%
Education1195.0%
Literature & Languages753.1%
Liberal Arts & History2018.4%
Visual & Performing Arts431.8%
Communications1466.1%
Arts & Humanities28311.9%
Total2,385100.0%

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 (1,875, accounting for 68.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (908, making up 114.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Fort Meade
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle21 (0.8%)58 (3.5%)
1 Vehicle519 (18.9%)400 (24.5%)
2 Vehicles1,875 (68.2%)908 (55.6%)
3 Vehicles274 (10.0%)196 (12.0%)
4 Vehicles61 (2.2%)72 (4.4%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,750 (100.0%)1,634 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Fort Meade

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Fort Meade are 5 to 9 minutes (1,021 commuters, 22.6%), 15 to 19 minutes (911 commuters, 20.1%), and 10 to 14 minutes (901 commuters, 19.9%).
Commute Time in Fort Meade
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1673.7%
5 to 9 Minutes1,02122.6%
10 to 14 Minutes90119.9%
15 to 19 Minutes91120.1%
20 to 24 Minutes68815.2%
25 to 29 Minutes1092.4%
30 to 34 Minutes1503.3%
35 to 39 Minutes380.8%
40 to 44 Minutes791.8%
45 to 59 Minutes1533.4%
60 to 89 Minutes2625.8%
90 or more Minutes481.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Fort Meade

The most common commute times in Fort Meade are 5 to 9 minutes (736 commuters, 24.4%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (322 commuters, 21.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Fort Meade
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes129 (4.3%)38 (2.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes736 (24.4%)285 (18.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes643 (21.3%)258 (17.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes682 (22.6%)229 (15.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes366 (12.1%)322 (21.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes29 (1.0%)80 (5.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes90 (3.0%)60 (4.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes22 (0.7%)16 (1.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes58 (1.9%)21 (1.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes89 (2.9%)64 (4.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes143 (4.8%)119 (7.9%)
90 or more Minutes25 (0.8%)23 (1.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fort Meade

The most frequent times of departure to work in Fort Meade are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (507, 16.8%) for males and 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (225, 14.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Fort Meade
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM101 (3.4%)62 (4.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM244 (8.1%)101 (6.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM287 (9.5%)91 (6.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM257 (8.5%)53 (3.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM316 (10.5%)225 (14.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM423 (14.0%)190 (12.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM507 (16.8%)119 (7.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM341 (11.3%)113 (7.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM153 (5.1%)149 (9.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM141 (4.7%)90 (5.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM28 (0.9%)14 (0.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)17 (1.1%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM53 (1.8%)171 (11.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM161 (5.3%)120 (7.9%)
Total3,012 (100.0%)1,515 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Fort Meade

Occupancy by Ownership in Fort Meade

Of the total 2,938 dwellings in Fort Meade, owner-occupied units account for 7 (0.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,931 (99.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Fort Meade
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units70.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,93199.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,938100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Fort Meade

Occupancy by Household Size in Fort Meade
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household30010.2%
2-Person Household89830.6%
3-Person Household77026.2%
4+ Person Household97033.0%
Total Housing Units2,938100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fort Meade

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Fort Meade
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household7 (2.3%)293 (97.7%)
2-Person Household0 (0.0%)898 (100.0%)
3-Person Household0 (0.0%)770 (100.0%)
4+ Person Household0 (0.0%)970 (100.0%)
Total Housing Units7 (0.2%)2,931 (99.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fort Meade

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Fort Meade
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)65 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)213 (100.0%)
College/Associate Degree0 (0.0%)1,334 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7 (0.5%)1,319 (99.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fort Meade

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Fort Meade
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,34645.8%
35 to 44 Years83328.3%
45 to 54 Years50017.0%
55 to 64 Years1675.7%
65 to 74 Years832.8%
75 to 84 Years90.3%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total2,938100.0%

Housing Finances in Fort Meade

Median Income by Occupancy in Fort Meade

Median Income by Occupancy in Fort Meade
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied7 (0.2%)$0
Renter-Occupied2,931 (99.8%)$93,962
Average2,938 (100.0%)$94,110

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fort Meade

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Fort Meade
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)28 (1.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)14 (0.5%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)26 (0.9%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)7 (0.2%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)8 (0.3%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)125 (4.3%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)373 (12.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)615 (21.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)345 (11.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)688 (23.5%)
$150,000 or more7 (100.0%)702 (23.9%)
Total7 (100.0%)2,931 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fort Meade

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Fort Meade
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3007 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)27 (0.9%)
$1,000 to $1,4990 (0.0%)205 (7.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)388 (13.2%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)1,249 (42.6%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)792 (27.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)234 (8.0%)
Total7 (100.0%)2,931 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Fort Meade

Housing Structures in Fort Meade

Housing Structures in Fort Meade
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached52517.9%
Single Unit, Attached1,71558.4%
2 Unit Apartments1414.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments873.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments551.9%
10 or more Apartments41514.1%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total2,938100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fort Meade

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Fort Meade
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached0 (0.0%)525 (100.0%)
Single Unit, Attached7 (0.4%)1,708 (99.6%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)141 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)87 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)55 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)415 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (0.2%)2,931 (99.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fort Meade

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Fort Meade
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)244 (8.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms0 (0.0%)1,047 (35.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms0 (0.0%)1,133 (38.7%)
8 or more Rooms7 (100.0%)507 (17.3%)
Total7 (100.0%)2,931 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fort Meade

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Fort Meade
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas7 (100.0%)1,199 (40.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)42 (1.4%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)1,580 (53.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)104 (3.5%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)6 (0.2%)
Total7 (100.0%)2,931 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Fort Meade

Household Vehicle Usage in Fort Meade
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)48 (1.6%)
1 Vehicle7 (100.0%)783 (26.7%)
2 Vehicles0 (0.0%)1,800 (61.4%)
3 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)300 (10.2%)
Total7 (100.0%)2,931 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Fort Meade

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Fort Meade

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units70
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs--
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fort Meade

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Fort Meade
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9997 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fort Meade

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Fort Meade
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fort Meade

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Fort Meade
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4.0x or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fort Meade

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Fort Meade
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health & Disability in Fort Meade

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Meade

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Meade
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,451 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,940 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years511 (89.3%)61 (10.7%)
26 to 34 Years1,251 (97.3%)35 (2.7%)
35 to 44 Years670 (96.5%)24 (3.5%)
45 to 54 Years746 (93.2%)54 (6.8%)
55 to 64 Years341 (96.6%)12 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years188 (73.2%)69 (26.9%)
75 Years and older37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,135 (96.6%)255 (3.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fort Meade

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Fort Meade
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,451 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,940 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen511 (89.3%)61 (10.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fort Meade

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Fort Meade
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000273 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,153 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,311 (91.7%)118 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999895 (94.1%)56 (5.9%)
$100,000 and over3,402 (97.7%)81 (2.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Meade

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Fort Meade
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6143 (9.9%)1,369 (94.4%)
6 to 18 Years238 (12.3%)1,852 (95.5%)
19 to 25 Years67 (11.7%)458 (80.1%)
25 to 34 Years155 (12.0%)1,157 (90.0%)
35 to 44 Years163 (23.5%)650 (93.7%)
45 to 54 Years266 (33.3%)724 (90.5%)
55 to 64 Years130 (36.8%)285 (80.7%)
65 to 74 Years167 (65.0%)96 (37.3%)
75 Years and over37 (100.0%)28 (75.7%)
Total1,366 (18.5%)6,619 (89.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fort Meade

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Fort Meade
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years114 (12.5%)115 (9.3%)
18 to 34 Years85 (14.8%)90 (6.6%)
35 to 64 Years75 (11.1%)123 (10.5%)
65 to 74 Years21 (12.9%)13 (13.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)28 (75.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Fort Meade

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Fort Meade: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years2 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years27 (4.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years24 (3.6%)11 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)7 (7.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (32.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Fort Meade: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.1%)
18 to 34 Years15 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (24.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Fort Meade: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years114 (12.5%)89 (7.2%)
18 to 34 Years44 (7.6%)44 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years34 (5.0%)46 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)16 (43.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Fort Meade: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years48 (8.3%)12 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years42 (6.2%)94 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (4.9%)6 (6.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)12 (32.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Fort Meade: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)95 (7.7%)
18 to 34 Years29 (5.0%)12 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years23 (3.4%)17 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years13 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (18.9%)

Technology Access in Fort Meade

Computing Device Access in Fort Meade

Computing Device Access in Fort Meade
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,85797.2%
Smartphone2,90999.0%
Tablet2,34279.7%
No Computing Device120.4%
Total2,938100.0%

Internet Access in Fort Meade

Internet Access in Fort Meade
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2,55486.9%
Cellular Data Only1164.0%
Satellite Internet1595.4%
No Internet1705.8%
Total2,938100.0%

Fort Meade Summary

Fort Meade is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States. It is located near the city of Baltimore and is home to the National Security Agency (NSA), the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), and the United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM). The population of Fort Meade was 9,327 at the 2010 census.

History

Fort Meade was originally established in 1917 as Camp Meade, a training camp for the United States Army. It was named after General George G. Meade, who commanded the Union Army at the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War. The camp was used to train troops for World War I and was later expanded to include a hospital and other facilities.
In the 1930s, the camp was renamed Fort Meade and became a permanent military installation. During World War II, the fort was used as a training center for the Army Air Corps and as a prisoner of war camp. After the war, the fort was used as a base for the Army Security Agency, which later became the National Security Agency.
In the 1950s, the fort was expanded to include the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and the United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM). Today, Fort Meade is home to more than 50 federal agencies and organizations, including the NSA, DISA, and USCYBERCOM.

Geography

Fort Meade is located in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, at 39°6'25" North, 76°44'17" West (39.106944, -76.738333). It is situated on the Patuxent River, approximately 25 miles (40 km) south of Baltimore and 40 miles (64 km) northeast of Washington, D.C.
The CDP has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2), of which 8.1 square miles (21.0 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.

Economy

Fort Meade is home to a number of federal agencies and organizations, including the National Security Agency (NSA), the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), and the United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM). These organizations provide a significant economic boost to the local economy.
In addition, Fort Meade is home to a number of private businesses, including hotels, restaurants, and retail stores. The fort also hosts a number of events throughout the year, including the annual Maryland Renaissance Festival and the Fort Meade Air Show.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 9,327 people, 2,945 households, and 2,541 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 1,145.3 people per square mile (443.2/km2). There were 3,095 housing units at an average density of 382.3 per square mile (147.6/km2).
The racial makeup of the CDP was 63.2% White, 22.3% African American, 0.5% Native American, 5.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.2% from other races, and 4.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.2% of the population.
There were 2,945 households, out of which 43.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.2% were married couples living together, 10.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 22.2% were non-families. 17.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 4.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.14 and the average family size was 3.54.
In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 30.2% under the age of 18, 11.2% from 18 to 24, 36.2% from 25 to 44, 16.2% from 45 to 64, and 6.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.2 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $63,917, and the median income for a family was $68,958. Males had a median income of $41,919 versus $31,919 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $23,945. About 4.2% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.2% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Fort Meade?
Total Population of Fort Meade is 10,011.
What is the Total Male Population of Fort Meade?
Total Male Population of Fort Meade is 5,180.
What is the Total Female Population of Fort Meade?
Total Female Population of Fort Meade is 4,831.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Fort Meade?
There are 107.22 Males per 100 Females in Fort Meade.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Fort Meade?
There are 93.26 Females per 100 Males in Fort Meade.
What is the Median Population Age in Fort Meade?
Median Population Age in Fort Meade is 27.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Fort Meade
Average Family Size in Fort Meade is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Fort Meade
Average Household Size in Fort Meade is 3.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Fort Meade?
Per Capita income in Fort Meade is $35,407.
What is the Median Family Income in Fort Meade?
Median Family Income in Fort Meade is $88,438.
What is the Median Household income in Fort Meade?
Median Household Income in Fort Meade is $94,110.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Fort Meade?
Income or Wage Gap in Fort Meade is 22.3%.
Women in Fort Meade earn 77.7 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 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Fort Meade?
There are 5,039 People in the Labor Forcein in Fort Meade.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Fort Meade?
72.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Fort Meade.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Fort Meade?
Unemployment Rate in Fort Meade is 4.6%.