Information on Baxter, Jasper County
The City of Baxter is located in the state of Iowa, in Jasper County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Baxter City HALL, Jasper County
| Baxter City Hall's address | Baxter Baxter Municipal Building PO Box 415 Baxter IA 50028 United States | |
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| Phone number of Baxter City Hall | +1 641-227-3120 | |
| Baxter, IA email | Not available | |
| Baxter official website | baxter-iowa.com | |
| Mayor of Baxter | Stephen Smith | |
| Jasper County, Iowa: Vital Records | Baxter vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Iowa birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Baxter
What county is Baxter IA in?Baxter, IA is located in Jasper County |
Where is Baxter, Iowa ?Baxter is located in Jasper County. Geographically, it lies within the state of Iowa, USA. Situated in central Iowa, it is positioned northeast of Des Moines and southeast of Ames. The town is part of the larger Des Moines metropolitan area, providing a quiet, small-town atmosphere near these larger urban centers. |
What is the cost of living in Baxter IA ? |
Baxter administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | Iowa |
| County | Jasper - other counties in Iowa |
Baxter building department, IA
If you're planning a construction project in Baxter, IA, obtaining the necessary permits is an essential step in ensuring compliance with local regulations. To request a building permit in Baxter, you need to contact the City Hall or the local city planning office directly. They can provide specific information on the application process, including any costs involved and the expected processing times. By reaching out to the office, you’ll receive guidance tailored to your project, helping you navigate the requirements smoothly and efficiently.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Baxter's town hall or Jasper County authorities directly. |
Demography of Baxter
| Name of Baxter inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 1 052 inhabitants | 252 / 7 359 | ||
| Population density in Baxter | 1 612,2 pop/sq mi (622,5 pop/km²) | |||
Events nearby
| ARCA Menards Series Atlas Roofing 150 | 2025-08-01 at Iowa Speedway | ||
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| NASCAR Xfinity Series Hyvee Perks 250 | 2025-08-02 at Iowa Speedway | ||
 | Iowa Speedway 2-Day Grandstand Package (Fri/Sat) | 2025-08-02 at Iowa Speedway | |
| Iowa Speedway Racing Electronics | 2025-08-03 at Iowa Speedway | |
| Iowa Speedway 3-Day Weekend Grandstand Package | 2025-08-03 at Iowa Speedway | |
| NASCAR Cup Series Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol | 2025-08-03 at Iowa Speedway | ||
| Iowa Speedway FanWalk Experience | 2025-08-03 at Iowa Speedway |
List of Passport Facilities in Baxter, IA
This City does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Baxter, IA
| Name | Street | Phone number |
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| NEWTON POST OFFICE | 215 S. 2ND AVE. E | 6417924730 |
| MARSHALL COUNTY AUDITOR AND RECORDERS OFFICE | 11 NORTH 1ST AVE | 6417546323 |
| STORY COUNTY RECORDER | 900 6TH STREET | 5153827230 |
| ALTOONA POST OFFICE | 300 8TH ST. SE | 5159672262 |
| GRINNELL POST OFFICE | 932 BROAD ST. | 6412365353 |
| CITY OF HUXLEY | 515 NORTH MAIN AVE. | 5155972561 |
| ANKENY POST OFFICE | 1011 N ANKENY BLVD | 5159640464 |
| AMES POST OFFICE | 525 KELLOGG AVE | 5152321113 |
| POLK COUNTY RECORDERS OFFICE | 111 COURT AVE | 5152863160 |
| DES MOINES POST OFFICE | 1165 SECOND AVE | 5152837585 |
| JOHNSTON POST OFFICE | 5874 MERLE HAY ROAD | 5153340216 |
| TAMA COUNTY RECORDERS OFFICE | 104 W STATE STREET | 6414843320 |
| ASH CREEK STATION | 3311 100TH ST | 5153345683 |
| GRANGER POST OFFICE | 1902 OAK ST | 5159992910 |
| MARION COUNTY RECORDERS OFFICE | 214 E. MAIN ST.COURTHOUSE | 6418282211 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Baxter
There are 1 bank branches in Baxter.
State Savings Bank is the most popular bank in Baxter with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Baxter:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
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| State Savings Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Baxter administrative numbers
| Baxter City code | 1904915 |
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| Baxter City postcode | 50028 |
Transportation modes in Baxter
| Airport | Newton Municipal Airport 12.4 miles 22.9 miles Marshalltown Municipal Airport 23.3 miles |
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Baxter territory
| Baxter area | 0,65 sq mi (1,69 km²) |
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| Baxter altitude | 1 007 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 41.8252 Longitude: -93.1525 Latitude: 41° 49' 31'' North Longitude: 93° 9' 9'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
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| Cities twinned with Baxter | Currently, the town Baxter isn’t twinned |
| Namesake of Baxter |
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| Natural parks | Baxter isn't part of a natural park |
What is Baxter close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Rhodes, Mingo, Melbourne and Lambs Grove | ||
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| Rhodes | Rhodes | Melbourne |
| Rhodes |  | Melbourne |
| Mingo | Mingo | Lambs Grove |
| Rhodes 7.3 miles | Mingo 7.9 miles | Melbourne 8.4 miles |
| Lambs Grove 9.4 miles | Collins 9.6 miles | Newton 10.6 miles |
| Valeria 11.1 miles | Colfax 11.3 miles | Laurel 12.5 miles |
| Haverhill 12.9 miles | State Center 13.1 miles | Maxwell 13.4 miles |
| Kellogg 14.7 miles | Mitchellville 15.4 miles | Colo 15.6 miles |
| Prairie City 16.5 miles | Ferguson 16.9 miles | Bondurant 18 miles |
| Reasnor 18.3 miles | Oakland Acres 18.6 miles | Gilman 19.1 miles |
Distance between Baxter and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 1474 miles | Houston : 843 miles | Philadelphia : 949 miles |
| Phoenix : 1180 miles | San Antonio : 907 miles | San Diego : 1453 miles |
| Dallas : 656 miles | San Jose : 1553 miles | Jacksonville : 1020 miles |
| Indianapolis : 393 miles closest | San Francisco : 1605 miles | Austin : 837 miles |
| Columbus : 546 miles | Fort Worth : 667 miles | Charlotte : 808 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Baxter, IA
Elementary schools in Baxter
Baxter Elementary School
District of Baxter Community School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 5
Students : 218
Alternative schools in Baxter
Baxter High School
District of Baxter Community School DistrictLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 229
Leisure and activities in Baxter surrounding area
| Golf course | |
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| The Harvester Golf Club to Rhodes 4.4 miles | Westwood Golf Club to Newton 9.1 miles |
| Newton Country Club to Newton 10 miles | Colfax Country Club to Colfax 10.8 miles |
| Lincoln Valley Golf to State Center 13.2 miles | Twin Anchors Golf & Country Club to Colo 15.3 miles |
| Elmwood Country Club to Marshalltown 17.9 miles | American Legion Memorial Golf Course to Marshalltown 18.6 miles |