Baxter, IA is a small town with a population of 881 located in the central part of the state. The population density of Baxter is 1,731 people per square mile, which is far less than the US population density of 93 people per square mile. Baxter is known for its vibrant community and strong sense of togetherness. Local businesses include a cafe, grocery store, and hardware store. Throughout the year, outdoor activities are popular in Baxter, such as fishing and camping at nearby Lake Meyer. Sports enthusiasts can also enjoy recreational sports teams like basketball and baseball at local organizations like Baxter Parks & Recreation. Every summer, Baxter hosts a town fair where folks from all around can gather to celebrate the season with food, games and live entertainment.
The population in Baxter is 881. There are 1,347 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Baxter is 40.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Baxter is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Baxter
- 46.9% are married
- 16.8% are divorced
- 25.5% are married with children
- 23.8% have children, but are single
Race in Baxter
- 99.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 1.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander