Colfax County

Colfax County is an administrative division in eastern Nebraska covering several hundred square miles of farmland and small towns. Schuyler functions as the county seat and houses government offices that serve residents.

The county was established in 1869 when the Nebraska legislature divided Platte County and named it after Vice President Schuyler Colfax. This creation reflected the territorial expansion and organization of Nebraska during the pioneer era.

The county is home to several ethnic communities including Hispanic, Somali, and Thai populations alongside descendants of early European settlers, visible in local shops and gathering places. This mix shapes the character of small towns and rural areas throughout the region.

The Colfax County Courthouse in Schuyler is the main hub for official business and information during business hours. The area is best explored by car since towns and rural areas are spread across the landscape.

The landscape is dominated by corn and soybean fields that stretch across the terrain, forming the economic backbone of the area. This agricultural character has remained constant through many decades and shapes how residents live and work.

Location: Nebraska

Inception: 1869

Capital city: Schuyler

Shares border with: Stanton County, Butler County, Cuming County, Dodge County, Platte County

Website: http://colfaxne.com

GPS coordinates: 41.58000,-97.09000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:02