Max is a census-designated place in Dundy County, Nebraska, United States. Max's population as of 2020 was 50. Max is located in eastern Dundy County, along U.S. Route 34 in the valley of the Republican River. Via US 34 it is 9 miles southwest to Benkelman, the county seat, and 10 miles east to Stratton. Its elevation is 2,900 feet above sea level.