Baxter, Minnesota
Quick Statistics
Baxter is a community in Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota, home to about 200 people spread across 35.9 square miles of land. About 94.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
Summers around Baxter typically top out near 83°F in July, while January nights average about 3°F. The area sees roughly 47 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Baxter, MN | 0.5 mi. | 8,966 |
| 2. | Brainerd, MN | 4.3 mi. | 14,468 |
| 3. | East Gull Lake, MN | 5.2 mi. | 1,076 |
| 4. | Sylvan, MN | 5.8 mi. | 2,702 |
| 5. | St. Mathias, MN | 8.5 mi. | 622 |
| 6. | Pillager, MN | 9.1 mi. | 547 |
| 7. | Lake Shore, MN | 10.4 mi. | 191 |
| 8. | Woodrow, MN | 10.6 mi. | 611 |
What is the population of Baxter, Minnesota?
Baxter has a population of about 200 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Baxter, Minnesota in?
Baxter is located in Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota.
How many tornadoes have hit near Baxter, Minnesota?
Since 1950, 15 tornadoes have been recorded in Lac qui Parle County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Baxter, Minnesota?
Typical July highs run about 83 degrees and January lows about 3 degrees, with around 47 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
Use the menu on the left to find more detailed statistics on Baxter, Minnesota.