Branson, MO

Branson, Missouri

Introduction to Branson, Missouri

Branson, Missouri, in Taney county, is located 39 miles S of Springfield, Missouri and 158 miles E of Tulsa, Oklahoma. The city’s population is approximately 6,050.

Branson History

Rueben Branson opened the post office in rgw area in 1882. In 1903, Branson founders planned on opening an industrial center in the city to supply lumber and manufactured goods outside the Ozarks. In 1904, many resorts, stables and hotels were established in the area to accommodate travelers, workers and fishermen. The city of Branson was incorporated officially in 1912. After World War II, the city grew to become an ideal spot for a flourishing community of hand-craft makers. Lake Taneycomo was formed as a result of the construction of the Branson’s Powersite Dam.

Branson and nearby Attractions

• Alexander Park
• Antique Toy Museum
• Silver Dollar City
• Roy Rogers Museum
• Wilson's Creek National Battlefield

Things To Do In Branson

The Titanic Museum showcases artifacts from the RMS Titanic wreckage. Fishing, swimming, boating and camping opportunities are all available at North Beach Park, Sunset Park and Table Rock State Park. Branson hosts a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Branson Fest, the Festival of American Music and Crafts, Bluegrass & BBQ and Plumb Nellie Days.

Branson Transportation

Springfield-Branson Regional is the nearest major airport.

Branson Higher Education

Local colleges and universities include the College of the Ozarks, North Arkansas College, Missouri State University, Evangel University and Ozarks Technical Community College.

High Points

Branson strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Missouri):

Category	Trophy
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 8%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State)	Top 9%

Comparative Profile of Branson, MO

Comparing Branson to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Missouri (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Age of the Population
Senior Citizens
Female Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Women
Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men
Male Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Property Taxes
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Branson Almanac

Branson Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Branson Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Branson, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Branson Hospitals

SKAGGS COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
PO BOX 650 BUS HWY 65 & SKAGGS RD
(417) 335-7000
Emergency Service: Yes

Starbucks in Branson

Wal-Mart in Branson

Branson High Schools (2004)

BRANSON HIGH
935 BUCHANAN RD
417-334-6511
Serves 1,013 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 17.1

Branson Colleges

(List of All Missouri Colleges)

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