The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 65679 sells for about $180,000, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $908 a month.
ZIP 65679 — Kirbyville
The housing market in 65679 is currently characterized by slow appreciation and high vacancy rates, reflecting its status as a rural area dependent on the broader Branson tourism economy. Buyers should exercise caution due to the high price-to-rent ratio and limited inventory. Market conditions remain stable but lack the momentum seen in more urbanized parts of the county.
This ZIP is best suited for retirees or budget-conscious families seeking a rural lifestyle with proximity to the amenities and employment hubs of the Branson area.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.2% · poverty 22.2% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 65679, Taney County MO
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime data for Kirbyville is not determinable at the ZIP level, though Taney County generally experiences rural-level crime rates consistent with regional averages.
Schools serving the area are part of the Branson or Forsyth school districts, which generally maintain average state accountability ratings.
The area is subject to standard Missouri weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional wind events; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near tributaries.
Economic momentum is primarily driven by the tourism and hospitality sectors of the nearby Branson area, with limited new commercial development within the ZIP itself.
Property taxes are assessed by Taney County based on market value; the area is subject to standard Missouri school district and county levies without significant special district overlays.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving to Branson or Forsyth for employment and services.
The area offers proximity to the Ozark Mountains, Table Rock Lake, and various outdoor recreational activities, including fishing, hiking, and golf courses in the surrounding region.
The rental market is characterized by moderate vacancy pressure and limited inventory, with rents largely influenced by the seasonal tourism demand of the broader Branson market.
The economy is heavily reliant on the tourism, hospitality, and retail sectors centered in the Branson metropolitan area.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle; there is no significant public transit infrastructure serving this rural ZIP code.
Development is largely limited to small-scale residential infill; no major commercial or infrastructure projects are currently reported for this ZIP.
The Taney County Assessor maintains property valuations based on biennial reassessment cycles.
Parcels are served by local school districts and county-level taxing entities; no major MUDs or PIDs are prevalent.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional risks associated with severe weather and wildfire exposure in wooded areas.
Missouri has seen modest net domestic migration gains, with rural areas like Taney County attracting retirees and remote workers.
Missouri is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient lender recovery processes.
Missouri requires sellers to provide a property disclosure statement, though the scope is limited compared to other states.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 65679 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Major regional reservoir providing boating, fishing, and recreation.
Regional hub for theaters, dining, and shopping located a short drive away.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.