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 2026 the population of Hollister is 4,899. The population is expected to grow to 5,020 by 2031 - a growth rate of 0.49%.
The median age of Hollister residents is 39.
The diversity index of Hollister is 43.9, meaning that there is a 44% 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 $65,009 and projected to be $71,657 in 2031. Per capita income is $27,134, projected to be $29,950 in 2031. 0.78% of households – 38 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $382,918 and the average disposable income is $52,470.
There are 2,323 housing units in Hollister; 1,040 are owner-occupied, 996 are rented, and 287 are vacant. The average home value is $181,767, with 239 homes built in 2010 or later, and 75 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 232 businesses in Hollister, employing 1,965 workers and pulling from a labor force of 1,920 age 16 and above. 184 workers commute into Hollister from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
1,658 residents both live and work in/around Hollister. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 2.35% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 0.78% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 1,400 drive alone, 405 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 7 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 108 residents work from home.
1,426 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 363 have associates degrees, 561 have bachelor’s degrees, and 113 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Taney County Partnership (MO)
4100 Gretna Road
Branson MO 65616
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