Population187,855 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Railroad Roots and Stories of West Texas Energy
Midland County, TexasMidland County brings a West Texas city and its surrounding landscape into the broader Permian Basin story. Midland is the county seat and largest city. Its name recalls a halfway point on the Texas and Pacific Railway, while the Petroleum Museum offers a later perspective on the region. Begin with the city’s museums and public places, then connect those destinations with the transportation and energy histories that shaped this part of Texas.
Midland County at a Glance
Population187,855 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatMidland
Largest CityMidland
Established1885
ZIP Codes14
Total Area902 sq mi (2,340 km 2 )
Major RoutesI-20 I-20 BL SH 137 SH 140 SH 158 SH 191 SH 349 (Nadine and Tom Craddick Highway) Loop 40 Loop 250 Loop 268 Spur 588
Area Code432
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Midland County
Midland County was created and organized in March 1885. Its name reflects the area’s position midway between Fort Worth and El Paso on the Texas and Pacific Railway, a reminder that rail connections preceded the region’s modern energy identity. Midland became the county seat. The Petroleum Museum provides a setting for exploring another chapter of the wider Permian Basin story. Together, the railroad name and museum collections offer different starting points for understanding the county’s development and regional connections.
The Petroleum Museum is a useful destination for a visit centered on the Permian Basin’s history. Its visitor page explains access routes as well as admission and group arrangements. Check those directions when planning your drive, because nearby service-road traffic patterns affect the approach. Allow enough time for the galleries rather than treating the museum as a brief roadside stop, then connect the visit with other destinations in Midland that fit your interests.
What Shapes Us
A Railroad Name
Midland’s name recalls its position between Fort Worth and El Paso along the railway. That origin provides context for the county’s later regional importance.
Petroleum Museum
The museum offers a focused introduction to the Permian Basin story. Its own visitor guide is the source for current admission, access routes and group arrangements.
City and County
Midland serves as both county seat and largest city. Use the appropriate city or county source when looking for public services tied to a specific location.
West Texas journeys connect transportation, industry and community stories.
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Midland County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Midland County
Local reporting when available, plus statewide Texas news and official resources.
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County Resources
Useful connections for everyday life
Find public information and services through the county and relevant service providers.
Government
County & local resources
Midland County government
Public offices, departments, records and resident services.
Midland County Tax Office — vehicle titles and registration
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Food, housing & family support
West Texas Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Midland County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
West Texas Food Bank — food assistance — details and contacts
2-1-1 Texas — local assistance
Search community assistance by location and type of need, including food, housing and family support.
Texas HHS — local family support
Search family-support programs and local services for parents and caregivers.
Schools
County & local resources
Child care & learning
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships
Review child-care scholarship information and the application process for families who need care while working or attending education or training.
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships — details and contacts
Midland County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Midland Memorial Hospital — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Permian Basin — Psychiatric
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Health, aging & caregiver support
Texas WIC — office locator
Find a nearby WIC office and contact it about appointments, nutrition support and eligibility.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Find the regional center that helps older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers explore services and support.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers — details and contacts
Local mental and behavioral health authorities
Use the Texas HHS directory to find the authority serving your county and its contact information.
Local mental and behavioral health authorities — details and contacts
Public Safety
Call 911 for an immediate emergency. Use the directory entry to locate the sheriff’s office, and confirm current non-emergency contact details with the county.
County & local resources
Midland County Sheriff — state directory entry
Sheriff’s office information, public safety resources and non-emergency contacts.
Emergency Services
For an immediate emergency, call 911. These links provide emergency planning, coordination and recovery information.
County & local resources
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 7 serving Midland County
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Prepare before an emergency
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials
Download emergency plans, supply checklists and preparedness materials in English and Spanish.
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials — details and contacts
State Parks
No qualifying TPWD state park open for ordinary public visits was verified for Midland County in the reviewed sources as of October 3, 2026. This is a limitation of this guide’s verified list, not a statement that none exists. Other sourced outdoor options appear in the local directory below.
Trails
Selected local walking, hiking, cycling or paddling options. Check the linked operator or local tourism information for access, fees and current conditions.
County & local resources
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
GREENWOOD TERRACE WSC
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
GREENWOOD WATER CORPORATION
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
TWIN OAKS MOBILE HOME PARK
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
WARREN ROAD SUBDIVISION WATER SUPPLY
Utility services, consumer information and provider contacts.
Help with household costs
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance
Find local providers for utility bills, housing, weatherization and accessibility repairs. Providers handle applications; availability and eligibility vary.
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance — details and contacts
Libraries
County & local resources
Accessible reading & library services
Texas Talking Book Program
Learn about accessible library services for qualifying Texans with visual, physical or reading disabilities.
Courts
Use the named county court links or search the official Texas courts directory by county and court name. Confirm the hearing or filing location directly; a regional court may serve more than one county.
County & local resources
Midland County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Midland County — 142nd District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Midland County — 238th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Midland County — 318th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Midland County — 385th District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Midland County — 441st District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Midland County — County Court at Law (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Midland County — County Court at Law No. 2 (County Court at Law)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Midland County — Precinct 1 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Midland County — Precinct 2 (Justice of the Peace)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Find legal assistance
TexasLawHelp — legal help directory
Search legal-aid organizations by counties covered and area of legal help. Each organization determines service availability and eligibility.
DMV
For local vehicle titles and registration, start with the county tax office. Texas DPS handles driver licenses.
County & local resources
Midland County Tax Office
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Texas resources
Buying or selling a vehicle
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Apply for a Texas driver license
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Driver license appointments
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Transportation
These agencies or county departments serve local transportation needs. Check routes, service boundaries, eligibility and advance booking with the provider.
County & local resources
Midland -Midland Odessa Urban Transit District (EZ Rider)
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
West Texas Opportunities, Inc. – WTO, I TRAX
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
Postal Services
Local postal facilities listed in USPS property records. Confirm retail hours, available services and temporary closures with USPS before visiting.
County & local resources
Midland Post Office — Clay Desta Station
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Midland Post Office — Graves Station
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Midland Post Office — P&Dc
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
National resources
USPS — confirm local hours and services
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Veterans
County & local resources
Midland County veterans service contact — (432) 688-4879
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
Workforce Solutions Permian Basin — 3600 N GARFIELD MIDLAND COLLEGE TECH. RM #138
, MIDLAND, 79705
Employment opportunities, job-search assistance and workforce services.
Job search & employment support
Workforce Solutions — find an office
Find nearby workforce offices for job-search, training and employer services.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup
Find a vocational rehabilitation office to discuss employment services for people with disabilities.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup — details and contacts
A little local knowledge goes a long way
Find practical information before you visit or make a move.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the essentials, then follow the source links for more detail.
Midland is the county seat of Midland County, Texas.
The county overview lists Midland as its largest community.
The total area is 902 sq mi (2,340 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Midland County government website for county offices and public information.
The museum’s visitor page provides admission, group arrangements and current driving directions. Official information.
The Texas Historical Commission records the county marker, including its creation and organization in March 1885. Official information.
Venezia is one option. Italian dining on West Wadley Avenue.
Alldredge Gardens is one option. Browse garden-related goods.
Ada Marie’s Boutique is one option. Browse a local boutique.
I-20 Wildlife Preserve is one option. Explore local habitat; check access conditions.
Sibley Nature Center is one option. Explore nature trails with free public admission.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- Fredda Turner Durham Children’s Museum — Plan a children’s museum outing; check admission.
- Marian Blakemore Planetarium — Check current dome shows and tickets.
- Green Acres Miniature Golf — Enjoy a round of miniature golf.
Restaurants
- Venezia — Italian dining on West Wadley Avenue.
- Providencia — Explore modern Mexican dining.
- Georgie’s Place — A downtown brasserie-style dining option.
Shopping & Retail
- Alldredge Gardens — Browse garden-related goods.
- Baker Schorr Fine Art — Explore art at Ally Village.
- Midland Micro Market — Browse a collection of small local shops.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Ada Marie’s Boutique — Browse a local boutique.
- Coco Bananas Boutique — Explore clothing and accessories.
- Cavender’s Boot City — Shop boots and western clothing.
Outdoor Fun
- I-20 Wildlife Preserve — Explore local habitat; check access conditions.
- Centennial Park — Enjoy downtown green space and play areas.
- Beal Park — Bring discs for an outdoor game.
Free Things To Do
- Sibley Nature Center — Explore nature trails with free public admission.
- Midland Downtown Lions Club Fire Museum — Visit the fire museum; confirm current opening times.
- Midland mural walk — View outdoor murals while exploring town.
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