Baxter Springs city, Kansas
Official LSAD Designation: Baxter Springs city • Census GEOID: 2004625
• Cherokee County
Baxter Springs city is an incorporated city in Cherokee County, Kansas. According to official records from the Census (2025), Baxter Springs city had an estimated population of 3,823 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Baxter Springs city (GEOID 2004625).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Baxter Springs
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor, City Clerk
Address:
PO BOX 577, BAXTER SPRINGS KS 66713-0577
County Of Cherokee
County
Official Title:
Clerk
Address:
PO BOX 14, COLUMBUS KS 66725-0014
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,823 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $51,404 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $92,900 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 3.15 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).