The City of Fort Meade’s location is a key asset. Located near Peace River, the City provides residents and visitors with recreational opportunities including kayaking and fishing. The city parks are used by residents and are viewed as assets by the community. Fort Meade’s history is evident along Broadway Street which serves as the downtown main street area where the Fort Meade Historical Museum is located along with local businesses. The City is also home to approximately 31 churches.
A major employer in Fort Meade is Peace River Packing. The company farms over 3,900 acres of citrus and operates a state-of-the-art packing facility on its original property in Fort Meade. Peace River Packing markets fresh fruit throughout the United States and the world. West of the Fort Meade corporate limits is the Streamsong Resort which includes three A-list golf courses, a spa, a lakeside lodge, and other amenities. Visitors from all over the world travel to Streamsong.