Merritt Island CCD, Florida
Merritt Island CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Merritt Island CCD is a geographic entity located in Brevard County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 46,372. The land area covers 34.39 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46,372 | ±2,238 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 18,513 | ±719 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 21,866 | ±730 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 18,513 | ±719 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,353 | ±479 |
| Median Home Value | $422,800 | ±$14,104 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,386 | ±$65 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $93,715 | ±$6,387 |
| Per Capita Income | $54,879 | ±$3,391 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,028 | ±1,001 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 19,736 | ±1,244 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.6% | ±5.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 658,447 (2024)
ID: 161546
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY MANAGER
2725 JUDGE FRAN JAMIESON WAY, VIERA FL 32940-6698
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | TITUSVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | TITUSVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | COCOA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MERRITT ISLAND, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | COCOA, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | COCOA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | COCOA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | COCOA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | CAPE CANAVERAL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | COCOA, FL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Academy of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 2.1 mi away | 2088 N. Courtenay Parkway, Merritt Island, FL, 32953 |
3214528490
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MERRITT ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 1195 NORTH COURTENAY PARKWAY, MERRITT ISLAND, FL, 32953 |
(321) 455-1369
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Eastern Florida State College
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College | 13.7 mi away | 3865 North Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL, 32935 |
3216321111
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CATHERINE SCHWEINSBERG ROOD CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 308 FORREST AVENUE, COCOA, FL, 32922 |
(321) 633-1792
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The Salon Professional Academy-Melbourne
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College Vocational | 19.9 mi away | 1700 W. New Haven Avenue - Ste 540A, Melbourne, FL, 32904 |
3219510595
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CATHERINE SCHWEINSBERG ROOD CENTRAL LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 308 FORREST AVENUE, COCOA, FL, 32922 |
(321) 633-1792
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Florida Institute of Technology
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College | 21.2 mi away | 150 West University Boulevard, Melbourne, FL, 32901-6975 |
3216748000
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CAPE CANAVERAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 201 POLK AVENUE, CAPE CANAVERAL, FL, 32920 |
(321) 868-1101
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Florida Institute of Technology-Online
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College | 21.2 mi away | 150 West University Blvd, Melbourne, FL, 32901-6975 |
3216748000
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COCOA BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 550 NORTH BREVARD AVENUE, COCOA BEACH, FL, 32931 |
(321) 868-1104
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at TITUSVILLE 7 E, FL US, located 17.1 miles from Merritt Island CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69.9° | 50.3° | 60.1° | 2.28" | — |
| February | 72.5° | 52.3° | 62.4° | 2.36" | — |
| March | 74.9° | 55.5° | 65.2° | 3.25" | — |
| April | 79.8° | 60.2° | 70.0° | 2.01" | — |
| May | 83.6° | 66.0° | 74.8° | 2.91" | — |
| June | 87.2° | 70.8° | 79.0° | 6.90" | — |
| July | 88.7° | 72.6° | 80.6° | 5.76" | — |
| August | 89.0° | 73.5° | 81.2° | 6.01" | — |
| September | 86.6° | 72.3° | 79.5° | 7.20" | — |
| October | 82.2° | 67.1° | 74.7° | 5.21" | — |
| November | 76.0° | 60.2° | 68.1° | 2.50" | — |
| December | 72.2° | 54.6° | 63.4° | 2.20" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical Park CDP | CDP | 1.5 mi | — |
| Merritt Island CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Rockledge city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Cocoa Beach city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Cocoa city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Cocoa West CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1200992132. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.