Cotter is a city located in Baxter County, in the state of Arkansas (AR), United States. Nestled in the West South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 2.5 square miles (6.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 632 ft. With a population of approximately 921 residents, Cotter offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.29% males and 50.71% females, and it has a population density of 372.87 people per square mile (143.97/km²). Cotter lies at a latitude of 36.27 and a longitude of -92.53, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (16.8%), followed by English (12.4%), German (14.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72626.