Rockaway Beach – the “shining star on Taneycomo” – is surrounded by the Ozark Mountains, on the banks of the sprawling Lake Taneycomo. It’s unique geography makes it a popular resort town for regional, national, and international travelers.
As of 2026 the population of Rockaway Beach is 827. The population is expected to shrink to 826 by 2031 - a growth rate of -0.02%.
The median age of Rockaway Beach residents is 42.
The diversity index of Rockaway Beach is 29.0, meaning that there is a 29% 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 Rockaway Beach is $66,756 and projected to be $72,975 in 2031. Per capita income is $29,469, projected to be $32,241 in 2031. 0.12% of households – 1 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $293,684 and the average disposable income is $54,300.
There are 521 housing units in Rockaway Beach; 242 are owner-occupied, 121 are rented, and 158 are vacant. The average home value is $216,643, with 18 homes built in 2010 or later, and 56 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 26 businesses in Rockaway Beach, employing 96 workers and pulling from a labor force of 278 age 16 and above. 49 workers commute into Rockaway Beach from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
222 residents both live and work in/around Rockaway Beach. The average travel time is 0.0 minutes. 9.46% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 0% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 171 drive alone, 61 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 23 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 23 residents work from home.
184 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 77 have associates degrees, 113 have bachelor’s degrees, and 36 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Taney County Partnership (MO)
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Branson MO 65616
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