Military

Veterans & Military Resources in Anne Arundel County Military Installations & Communities Major Military Installations Naval Academy (Annapolis): Basic Facts: Location: 110 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21402 Phone: 410-293-0111 Website: www.usna.edu Population: ~4,500 midshipmen, 600+ faculty/staff Founded: 1845 Community Impact: Major employer in Annapolis Tourism and economic benefits Strong military-civilian community ties Many civilians work at Naval Academy Housing: OCS (Officer Career School): Some housing available Bachelors: Limited, typically unmarried Families: Most live off-base in Annapolis/neighborhoods On-base housing: Apply through Housing Office Fort George G. Meade: ...

Tricare Health Insurance for Military Families If you’re military or a military family member living in Anne Arundel County, Tricare provides your health insurance. This guide covers your options near Fort Meade, Naval Academy, and Joint Base Andrews. Tricare Options Tricare Prime Best For: Active duty service members and families Features: No monthly premium (for service members) $0-200 per person annual enrollment fee (for families) Choose primary care manager (PCM) Referrals needed for specialists Low copays for care Comprehensive coverage Enrollment: ...

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Your First Look at Fort Meade Fort Meade is unlike any other community in Anne Arundel County. This isn’t a typical suburb—it’s a major U.S. military installation that also serves as a residential community for military personnel, Department of Defense civilians, and their families. The installation is home to critical national security agencies including the National Security Agency (NSA) and U.S. Cyber Command. When I toured the Fort Meade area, what struck me wasn’t the military infrastructure (though that’s extensive)—it’s how the installation integrates with the surrounding Anne Arundel County communities. Residents get military-specific services on-post, but use county services for schools, parks, and most daily needs. ...