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Welcome to Fort Meade NSA!

Fort Meade, Maryland, is home to the Defense Information School, the headquarters of United States Cyber Command, the National Security Agency (NSA), the Defense Courier Service, and Defense Information Systems Agency headquarters. Fort Meade NSA provides support and services for the NSA as well as more than 50 other tenant units including military intelligence and police brigades. Fort Meade NSA is the U.S. center for information, intelligence, and cyber operations.

Although an Army base, named after Union General George G. Meade, Fort Meade NSA is host to all five branches of the military which in part accounts for the reason Fort Meade NSA is Marylands largest employer and the Armys third largest installation workforce, including more than 16,000 military personnel and over 30,000 civilians.

National Security Agency Headquarters

Fort Meade NSA is a fully equipped and functioning city unto itself, sized at more than 5,000 acres. The base has the accommodations youd expect from a large installation including an updated commissary and Exchange, but also seven public schools located on base, in addition to robust recreation and entertainment outlets which includes family favorite, Burba Lake.

Fort Meade NSA is in the middle of their East Campus build, scheduled to end in 2023. The East Campus encompasses 242 acres and is the center hub for the National Security Agency and U.S. Cyber Command.

1) If assigned to Fort Meade NSA, where do we live?

Fort Meade NSA offers privatized military housing on base under the management of Corvias. Immediately off base, the most popular cities include Odenton, Hanover, and Gambrills. Further away, but equally if not more popular, are the cities of Columbia, Crofton, and Severna Park. Glen Burnie and Bowie are about 10 miles away, and Annapolis is close to 20.

There are many reasons families choose to live further away in Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland. The most common factors are affordability and the need for dual military families who hope to split the difference between duty stations.

2) Where do Fort Meade NSA kids go to public school?

Fort Meade NSA school children are under Anne Arundel County, Maryland, jurisdiction for public schools. There are multiple elementary schools, one middle, and a high school located on Fort Meade NSA, but the schools are not associated with DODEA. Off base public schools in nearby cities, through Anne Arundel County Public Schools, Howard County Public Schools, and Prince George's County Public Schools are also popular possibilities.

3) Does Fort Meade NSA have a hospital?

Fort Meade NSA does not have an ER, but has Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center. Routine and speciality care appointments as well as same day surgery are options. In this area, U.S. Family Health Plan Johns Hopkins (Tricare Prime) is a prevalent choice for non emergency care off base.

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Official Site: Fort George G. Meade

National Security Agency, Central Security Service

Fort Meade NSA servicemembers and their families benefit from a centralized location on the north side of the National Capital Region (NCR). Fort Meade NSA sits between two major cities, Baltimore, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. both about 30 miles away. The capital of Maryland, Annapolis, (home to the U.S. Naval Academy) is a short drive and a cherished destination for exploring with out of town guests.

Although day to day traffic aligns more with Baltimore patterns, military members relocating to Fort Meade NSA are served well by understanding the term, Inside or Outside the Beltway, due to the likelihood of occasional or regular commutes into Washington, D.C.

Inside or Outside the Beltway is a descriptor for Interstate 495. It is a 64-mile loop around Washington, D.C., that encompasses suburbs of Virginia and Maryland. The Beltway is used to describe where real estate is located, a reference to where political action occurs (inside the Beltway in D.C.), and most frequently in traffic reports. This information is particularly useful if your family includes dual servicemembers. The NCR is one of the easiest places for an active duty couple to be stationed near each other.

D.C. Area Military Installations

Public transportation is integral to the way of life in the NCR. Servicemembers use public transportation to save time and money. The military provides a stipend for public transport and parking can be a challenge depending on location. Fort Meade NSA does have ample parking, but travel for work to the Pentagon or Walter Reed has parking challenges.

Marylands public transportation system, MARC, has a station in Odenton, which is about five miles from Fort Meade NSA. The Penn Line of the MARC runs between Baltimores Penn Station, through BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, and into Union Station in Washington, D.C., where Metro stops are accessible. If youd like to bypass the MARC and pick up the closest Metro stop via car or bus, look for the Green line and Greenbelt Station.

Because of its location near Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Annapolis, Fort Meade NSA and surrounding area residents have access to year-round adventures, including cultural activities of every kind, sporting events, and the abundance of government and historic buildings to tour. Youll find something for everyone: festivals, museums, food, wine, and concerts.

If interested in major Washington, D.C. events such as the Cherry Blossom Festival, Marine Corps Marathon, Army 10 Miler, or the National Christmas Tree Lighting, do note that these require advance planning, as do visits to the White House or the Pentagon.

Baltimore Inner Harbor image via Mr.TinDC

Fort Meades centric, Mid-Atlantic location provides vacation destinations that include river, bay, and ocean excursions in Virginia, Washington D.C., and Maryland. Western Maryland is known for access to mountain terrain, and many families find themselves heading there to seek relief from humid summers, but also to sharpen their ski skills in the winter.

The Eastern Shore is home to abundant waterside tourist attractions as are the Atlantic Ocean beach destinations such as Ocean City and Rehoboth Beach. Keep in mind theres plenty of additional recreation outlets within a 2-3 hour drive in neighboring West Virginia and Pennsylvania.

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IHG Army Hotels

Candlewood Suites Building 4690

4690 Cooper Avenue Fort Meade, Maryland 20755

410-674-7700

RCI and Housing Services Office

3081 Ernie Pyle St. Fort Meade, Md. 20755

301-677-7748

Corvias Property Management

Leasing and Relocation Center

2965 2nd Army Dr., Fort Meade, MD 20755

410-305-1258

leasing.office@corvias.com

Fort Meade Housing image via Corvias

Corvias Property Management operates six communities on Fort Meade NSA. Floor plans are available in two-, three-, and four-bedroom options and the housing styles range from historic stand alone properties to modern townhouse style homes. The communities are pet friendly with standard restrictions on number, size, and breed. Community Centers are home to resident events, gyms, pools and playgrounds.

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