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Midland County
CountyMidland County
StateTexas
SeatMidland

Midland County is a county located in the Permian Basin region of western Texas, with its county seat in Midland. The county is situated near the Pecos River and is part of the Midland, Texas Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is also close to the Guadalupe Mountains National Park and the Davis Mountains State Park. The county is home to the Midland International Air and Space Port and the Commemorative Air Force.

Geography

Midland County is bordered by Gaines County to the north, Dawson County to the east, Martin County to the south, and Ector County to the west. The county is also near the New Mexico border and the Chihuahuan Desert. The Monahans Sandhills State Park is located nearby, as well as the Balmorhea State Park and the Lake Balmorhea. The county's terrain is characterized by mesas, canyons, and playas, and is home to the Pecos River and the Monahans Draw. The University of Texas of the Permian Basin has conducted research on the county's unique geology and hydrology, including the Ogallala Aquifer and the Caprock Escarpment.

History

The area that is now Midland County was originally inhabited by the Comanche and Apache tribes, and was later settled by ranchers and farmers from Tennessee, Kentucky, and Missouri. The county was established in 1885 and was named after the Midland town, which was founded in 1881 as a railroad stop on the Texas and Pacific Railway. The county played a significant role in the Texas Oil Boom of the early 20th century, with the discovery of oil in the Permian Basin and the establishment of the Midland County Courthouse. The county is also home to the Museum of the Southwest and the Midland County Historical Society, which showcase the county's history and culture, including the Native American heritage and the cowboy tradition.

Demographics

As of the 2020 United States Census, the population of Midland County was approximately 169,000 people, with a diverse population that includes Hispanic and Latino Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans, and Native Americans. The county has a high percentage of college-educated residents, with many attending Midland College or University of Texas of the Permian Basin. The county is also home to a large number of veterans, with many serving at the nearby Dyess Air Force Base or the Goodfellow Air Force Base. The county's population is also influenced by the nearby cities of Odessa, Lubbock, and Abilene, as well as the Fort Worth and Dallas metropolitan areas.

Government

Midland County is governed by a commissioners' court, which is composed of four county commissioners and a county judge. The county is also served by the Midland County Sheriff's Office and the Midland Police Department. The county is part of the Texas 11th Congressional District and is represented in the Texas Senate by the Texas Senate, District 31. The county has also been influenced by the Texas Legislature and the United States Congress, including the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

Economy

The economy of Midland County is driven by the oil and gas industry, with many major oil companies operating in the county, including ExxonMobil, Chevron, and ConocoPhillips. The county is also home to a growing healthcare industry, with the Midland Memorial Hospital and the Odessa Regional Medical Center providing medical services to the region. The county's economy is also influenced by the nearby airports, including the Midland International Air and Space Port and the Odessa-Schlemeyer Field. The county has also been impacted by the Great Recession and the COVID-19 pandemic, with many businesses and industries affected, including the tourism industry and the retail sector.

Education

Midland County is served by the Midland Independent School District, which operates several high schools, including Midland High School and Lee High School. The county is also home to Midland College, a community college that offers associate's degrees and certificate programs. The county has a strong focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, with many students attending Texas Tech University or the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. The county is also served by the Midland County Public Library and the Haley Memorial Library and History Center, which provide access to books, journals, and other educational resources. The county has also been influenced by the No Child Left Behind Act and the Every Student Succeeds Act, which have shaped the county's education policy and reform efforts.

Category:Counties in Texas