Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 0.62 |
| Below Poverty | 14.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.3% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 348 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,529 (31.3%) |
| Some College | 5,985 (16.3%) |
| Associates | 5,720 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,517 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,701 (26.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,305 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $209,101 ▼ 25% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $905/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 31,118 |
| Vacant Units | 8,651 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Taney County is located in Missouri and encompasses 17 ZIP codes spanning 15 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 56,995 residents. With a median age of 42.49, it is a middle-aged county.
Taney County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,305 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Taney County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $209,101 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $904. Homeownership rates are high at 67.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Taney County are primarily White (85.66%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Taney County, MO is a solidly middle-class area in Missouri. The 17 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65614 | Bradleyville | 465 | $63,333 | $115,300 | $840 | 7.7% | 30.8% |
| 65616 | Branson | 28,295 | $60,253 | $243,000 | $975 | 5.6% | 39.3% |
| 65627 | Cedarcreek | 950 | $58,813 | $127,900 | — | 6.0% | 48.4% |
| 65653 | Forsyth | 5,956 | $47,929 | $181,400 | $719 | 0.6% | 30.0% |
| 65672 | Hollister | 8,512 | $60,407 | $172,600 | $878 | 4.2% | 36.7% |
| 65679 | Kirbyville | 2,738 | $49,147 | $191,800 | $849 | 6.4% | 26.4% |
| 65680 | Kissee Mills | 1,156 | $62,936 | $141,600 | $738 | 4.4% | 21.6% |
| 65733 | Protem | 725 | $54,531 | $108,300 | — | 1.4% | 27.0% |
| 65739 | Ridgedale | 891 | $61,991 | $285,400 | $690 | 5.4% | 38.2% |
| 65740 | Rockaway Beach | 3,495 | $54,205 | $114,400 | $944 | 8.3% | 23.3% |
| 65744 | Rueter | 154 | $48,175 | $224,300 | — | 0.0% | 61.2% |
| 65759 | Taneyville | 1,033 | $56,595 | $155,100 | $675 | 1.2% | 24.8% |
| 65771 | Walnut Shade | 1,458 | $112,250 | $313,200 | — | 0.0% | 53.7% |