The second-largest city in Taney County, Hollister, stretches from Lake Taneycomo to Table Rock Lake. An English influence, and rich railroad history, guide the city into the present. Visit Historic Downing Street year-round for festivals, art walks, and other family fun.
As of 2025 the population of Hollister is 4,944. The population is expected to grow to 5,167 by 2030 - a growth rate of 0.89%.
The median age of Hollister residents is 37.
The diversity index of Hollister is 47.6, meaning that there is a 48% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in Hollister is $62,087 and projected to be $67,843 in 2030. Per capita income is $25,493, projected to be $27,633 in 2030. 0.55% of households – 27 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $272,938 and the average disposable income is $50,213.
There are 2,307 housing units in Hollister; 1,067 are owner-occupied, 958 are rented, and 282 are vacant. The average home value is $180,719, with 167 homes built in 2010 or later, and 154 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 235 businesses in Hollister, employing 2,119 workers and pulling from a labor force of 1,870 age 16 and above. 138 workers commute into Hollister from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
1,660 residents both live and work in/around Hollister. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 0.96% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 0.3% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 1,469 drive alone, 272 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 17 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 112 residents work from home.
1,493 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 309 have associates degrees, 564 have bachelor’s degrees, and 143 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2025-07-03
Taney County Partnership (MO)
4100 Gretna Road
Branson MO 65616
417-334-4084
1-800-263-6056
madkins@taneycountypartnership.com
