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Midland is a city located in the Permian Basin in West Texas, United States. With a population of over 136,000 as of 2018, it is the largest city in Midland County. The city has a strong economy based around the oil industry.

Population

According to the Wikipedia page on Midland, the city had an estimated population of 136,089 as of 2018, making it the 21st most populous city in Texas. The racial makeup of the city is approximately 75.7% White, 8.7% African American, 1.1% Native American, 1.2% Asian, and 39.5% Hispanic or Latino.

History

Midland was founded in June 1881 as Midway Station, a water stop and cattle shipping point on the Texas and Pacific Railway. It earned its current name in 1884 when it became the midway point between Fort Worth and El Paso on the railroad. In 1885, Midland became the county seat of Midland County. The discovery of oil in the Permian Basin in the 1920s led to a population and economic boom that continues today. Some key moments in Midland's history include:

To learn more about the history of Midland, visit the Museum of the Southwest.

Economy

Midland's economy relies heavily on the oil and gas industry in the Permian Basin. Many major oil companies have operations in Midland, including Chevron, ExxonMobil, Apache Corporation, and ConocoPhillips. The Permian Basin produces approximately 20% of US crude oil production. When oil prices are high, Midland's economy booms. Other major industries in Midland include healthcare, retail, education, manufacturing, and construction.

For more information on the Midland economy and job market, visit the Midland Development Corporation at 200 W Wall St, Midland, TX 79701, (432) 685-7830.

Landmarks

Bush House

The Bush House (1012 W Missouri Ave, Midland, TX 79701) was the childhood home of former President George H.W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush. The home was built in 1951 and is where George and Barbara lived with young George W. Bush. It is open for tours. Here is the location on Google Maps.

Midland County Courthouse

The Midland County Courthouse (500 N Loraine St, Midland, TX 79701) is located in downtown Midland. It was built in 1930 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Here is the location on Google Maps.

Yucca Theater

The Yucca Theater (208 N Colorado St, Midland, TX 79701) is a historic theater located in downtown Midland. It originally opened in 1946 and still hosts plays and concerts today. Here is the location on Google Maps.

Public Library

The Midland County Public Library system has multiple branch locations throughout Midland. The main branch is the Centennial branch located at 2503 W Loop 250 N, Midland, TX 79705. It offers books, media, computer access, programs, and more. Learn more at the Midland County Public Library website.

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Midland is provided by Midland-Odessa Urban Transit District (MOUTD). They operate regular bus routes as well as on-demand services. Learn more at their website or call (432) 561-9990.

Major Employers

Here are some of the top major employers in Midland:

County Information

Midland is located in Midland County. The Midland County website can be found at co.midland.tx.us. The Midland County Courthouse address is: 500 N Loraine St Suite 1101, Midland, TX 79701. The phone number is (432) 688-4350.

School Districts

There are several public school districts serving the Midland area:

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