Branson, MO

Branson, Missouri

Introduction to Branson, Missouri

Branson, Missouri, in Taney county, is located 39 miles S of Springfield, Missouri (center to center) and is 158 miles E of Tulsa, Oklahoma. The city contains a population of approximately 6,050.

Branson History

Rueben Branson, after whom the city was named, opened a post office in this area in 1882. The city of Branson was incorporated officially in 1912. Lake Taneycomo was formed as a result of the construction of the Powersite Dam in the city.

Branson and nearby Attractions

• Alexander Park
• Antique Toy Museum
• The Ducks Ride
• The Titanic Museum

Things To Do In Branson

While in Branson, travelers can visit the Titanic Museum which showcases artifacts from the RMS Titanic wreckage. The Antique Toy Museum is the ideal place to take children to. Tourists are also fond of visiting the North Beach Park, Sunset Park and Alexander Park for the range of recreational opportunities that they offer. The water park at The Ducks Ride is a place one can visit with family and friends. In addition, the city of Branson plays host to a number of festivals and events which include the Branson Fest, Festival of American Music and Crafts, Bluegrass & BBQ, and Plumb Nellie Days.

Branson Transportation

One can avail of flights from the Springfield-Branson Regional Airport.

Branson Higher Education

For higher education, potential students can enroll at the nearby Southwest Missouri State University, Drury University, Ozarks Technical Community College, and Southwest Baptist University.

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)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Branson residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

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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