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Merritt Island is a census-designated place in Brevard County, Florida with a population of 34,743 as of the 2010 census. The city is located on the eastern Floridian coast along the Atlantic Ocean.

Population and Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 34,743 people living in Merritt Island. The racial makeup of the city was:

Merritt Island's population grew rapidly starting in the 1950s with the beginning of the space program at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. Today it continues to grow as more people move to the Space Coast region of Florida.

History

Humans have lived in the Merritt Island area for over 10,000 years. The earliest inhabitants were the Ais tribe of Native Americans. After Spanish colonization, the king of Spain granted land that included Merritt Island to DeSoto. In the 1800s, Merritt Island was mainly used for sugar cane plantations before transitioning to citrus crops in the 1870s after a fire and freeze destroyed much of the sugar cane.

In the 1950s, NASA purchased 88,000 acres on Merritt Island to build the Launch Operations Center which opened in 1962. It was renamed Kennedy Space Center in 1963. This dramatically changed the island with new jobs and population growth.

For more history of Merritt Island, visit the Merritt Island Historical Society.

Economy and Major Employers

The economy of Merritt Island is strongly tied to the aerospace industry and Kennedy Space Center. Major employers on the island include:

Other major industries include tourism, retail, healthcare, and education. The unemployment rate as of 2018 was approximately 3%.

For more on the Merritt Island economy, visit the Brevard County Chamber of Commerce.

Landmarks and Points of Interest

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex provides public tours of the space launch facilities and exhibits on the US space program. Address: SR 405, Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge

This 140,000 acre wildlife refuge located on Merritt Island protects diverse habitats and wildlife including migratory birds and endangered species. Address: Haulover Canal Road, Titusville, FL

Lori Wilson Park

This 64-acre family park offers fishing, picnicking, a playground, hiking trails, and access to the Indian River Lagoon. Address: 1400 N Banana River Dr, Merritt Island, FL 32952

For more on things to see and do in Merritt Island, visit the Merritt Island Facebook page.

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Merritt Island is provided by Space Coast Area Transit (SCAT). SCAT operates bus routes throughout Merritt Island and connects to other Brevard County locations.

Public Library

The Merritt Island Public Library serves the community with books, digital resources, events and more. Address: 1195 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL 32953

Website: Brevard County Libraries

School Districts

Public schools in Merritt Island are part of the Brevard County School District. THe island has 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

Website: Brevard Public Schools

Shopping and Local Resources

Merritt Square Mall

777 E Merritt Island Cswy, Merritt Island, FL 32952

Phone: (321) 452-6411

Walmart Supercenter

250 E Merritt Island Cswy, Merritt Island, FL 32952

Phone: (321) 454-0606

Publix

Multiple locations in Merritt Island

Parks and Recreation

The Brevard County Parks and Recreation Department operates and maintains several parks and recreation facilities on Merritt Island including golf courses, camps, classes, sports leagues and tournaments.

Local Sports Teams

Merritt Island is home to these sports teams:

County Information

Merritt Island is located in Brevard County, Florida. The Brevard County Government is located at:

2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way #A, Viera, FL 32940

Phone: (321) 633-2001

Website: Brevard County Government

Tourism

For additional tourism information and resources to plan your Merritt Island visit, see the Space Coast Office of Tourism website: VisitSpaceCoast.com




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