The ultimate retreat is offered in Merriam Woods. Surrounded by the beautiful Ozark Mountains, the community creates a serene home for residents north of Rockaway Beach and Lake Taneycomo.
As of 2026 the population of Merriam Woods is 2,012. The population is expected to grow to 2,025 by 2031 - a growth rate of 0.13%.
The median age of Merriam Woods residents is 39.
The diversity index of Merriam Woods is 37.4, meaning that there is a 37% 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 Merriam Woods is $63,436 and projected to be $70,285 in 2031. Per capita income is $22,922, projected to be $25,546 in 2031. 0.55% of households – 11 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $654,736 and the average disposable income is $51,194.
There are 846 housing units in Merriam Woods; 534 are owner-occupied, 193 are rented, and 119 are vacant. The average home value is $162,912, with 76 homes built in 2010 or later, and 0 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 14 businesses in Merriam Woods, employing 106 workers and pulling from a labor force of 831 age 16 and above. 126 workers commute into Merriam Woods from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
700 residents both live and work in/around Merriam Woods. The average travel time is 24.0 minutes. 4.43% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 3.14% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 577 drive alone, 162 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 56 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 36 residents work from home.
638 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 109 have associates degrees, 161 have bachelor’s degrees, and 26 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Taney County Partnership (MO)
4100 Gretna Road
Branson MO 65616
417-334-4084
1-800-263-6056
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