Baxter, Nebraska
Baxter: Situated at an elevation of 3950 feet in Scotts Bluff County, this unincorporated community lies within Nebraska's Panhandle region along the North Platte River.
About
Baxter is a city located in the county of Scotts Bluff in the U.S. state of Nebraska.
Quick Facts about Baxter
| State | Nebraska (United States) |
| County | Scotts Bluff County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.8594,-103.4716 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 15:05:02 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 31℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Baxter is located at 41°51'34"N 103°28'18"W (41.8594100, -103.4716100).
Baxter map
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Weather
Partly cloudy. Low around 31, with temperatures rising to around 33 overnight. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Baxter, NE. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 181817 | Western Nebraska Community College | Scottsbluff (NE) | 69361-1899 |
| 181543 | Summit Christian College | Gering (NE) | 69341 |
Closest post offices linked to Baxter.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Minatar Post Office | Minatare (NE) | 69356 |
Other cities in Scotts Bluff County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Scotts Bluff County , NE.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Scottsbluff | 14,373 | City in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, United States |
| Gering | 8,061 | City in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, United States |
| Mitchell | 1,608 | City in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska, United States |