For nearly 200 years, Taney County has served as an important cultural hub in southwest Missouri. Taney County welcomes over 10 million visitors each year to Branson and surrounding attractions. A median home listing price less than the national average at $263,000, provides significantly more flexibility for families, professionals, and empty nesters ready to unwind. Beyond Branson, communities like Hollister, Forsyth, Rockaway Beach, Kirbyville, Merriam Woods, Bull Creek, and Taneyville offer additional options for enjoying the elevated amenities available in Taney County from smaller cities.
As of 2026 the population of Taney County is 58,428. The population is expected to grow to 59,513 by 2031 - a growth rate of 0.37%.
The median age of Taney County residents is 43.
The diversity index of Taney County is 38.4, meaning that there is a 38% 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 Taney County is $84,111 and projected to be $94,425 in 2031. Per capita income is $34,110, projected to be $38,316 in 2031. 2.6% of households – 1,519 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $827,596 and the average disposable income is $64,886.
There are 30,938 housing units in Taney County; 15,097 are owner-occupied, 8,408 are rented, and 7,433 are vacant. The average home value is $303,109, with 3,804 homes built in 2010 or later, and 820 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 3,039 businesses in Taney County, employing 49,405 workers and pulling from a labor force of 25,217 age 16 and above. 2,895 workers commute into Taney County from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
21,850 residents both live and work in/around Taney County. The average travel time is 23.3 minutes. 2.73% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 2.45% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 18,350 drive alone, 3,524 carpool, and 6 take public transportation. 1,044 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 2,258 residents work from home.
13,818 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 4,391 have associates degrees, 7,189 have bachelor’s degrees, and 3,842 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
madkins@taneycountypartnership.com
