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 2025 the population of Merriam Woods is 2,011. The population is expected to grow to 2,063 by 2030 - a growth rate of 0.51%.
The median age of Merriam Woods residents is 40.
The diversity index of Merriam Woods is 35.7, meaning that there is a 36% 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 $59,927 and projected to be $65,375 in 2030. Per capita income is $21,486, projected to be $23,387 in 2030. 0.35% of households – 7 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $309,104 and the average disposable income is $47,823.
There are 836 housing units in Merriam Woods; 550 are owner-occupied, 171 are rented, and 115 are vacant. The average home value is $167,895, with 70 homes built in 2010 or later, and 0 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 13 businesses in Merriam Woods, employing 104 workers and pulling from a labor force of 906 age 16 and above. 108 workers commute into Merriam Woods from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
793 residents both live and work in/around Merriam Woods. The average travel time is 23.1 minutes. 5.55% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 1.01% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 632 drive alone, 192 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 51 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 31 residents work from home.
618 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 104 have associates degrees, 171 have bachelor’s degrees, and 22 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Taney County Partnership (MO)
4100 Gretna Road
Branson MO 65616
417-334-4084
1-800-263-6056
madkins@taneycountypartnership.com
