Colfax County Map, Nebraska
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Colfax County, Nebraska
Colfax County sits in the eastern part of Nebraska, not too far from Omaha. It’s named after Schuyler Colfax, who was vice president under Ulysses S. Grant. Schuyler is the county seat.
The landscape here is a mix of gently rolling hills and fertile farmland. The Platte River forms the southern border of the county, offering some good fishing spots.
Agriculture is the main game in town, with corn and soybeans being the big crops. There’s a strong Czech heritage in these parts with the county fair each summer always a highlight.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Colfax County |
| County Seat | Schuyler |
| Population | Approximately 10,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Schuyler, Clarkson, Howells, Leigh, Rogers, Richland, Heun |
| Interstates and Highways | US 30, NE 15, NE 91 |
| FIPS Code | 31-037 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 412 square miles (Land: 412 sq mi, Water: 0.4 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Dodge County (East), Butler County (South), Platte County (West), Stanton County (North), Cuming County (Northeast) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Nebraska |
| Coordinates | 41.5803° N, 97.0881° W |
| Etymology | Named after Schuyler Colfax, the 17th Vice President of the United States |
| Major Landmarks | Schuyler City Park, Colfax County Museum, Oak Ballroom |
| Website | Colfax County Website |
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