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Midlothian, TX

Midlothian is a city in northwest Ellis County, Texas, United States. The city is 25 miles (40 km) southwest of Dallas. It is the hub for the cement industry in North Texas, as it is the home to three separate cement production facilities, as well as a steel mill. The population of Midlothian grew by 121% between 2000 and 2010, to a population of 18,037.

Midlothian is located in northwestern Ellis County at 32°28′49″N 96°59′22″W (32.480169, –96.989350). Adjacent cities are Cedar Hill to the north, Grand Prairie to the northwest, Venus to the southwest, Waxahachie to the southeast, and Ovilla to the northeast. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, in 2010 the city had a total area of 50.4 square miles (130.5 km2), of which 49.8 sq mi (128.9 km2) is land and 0.66 sq mi (1.7 km2), or 1.28%, is covered by water. Midlothian's extraterritorial jurisdiction includes another 33 square miles (85 km2).

In the early 1800s, settlements began to take place in the area that became Ellis County, but full colonization of this area was slow until 1846 when Sam Houston finalized peace treaties between several of the Indigenous inhabitants of the region and the Republic of Texas. The earliest inhabitants of this area were the Tonkawa people, but other tribes also hunted in this area, including the Anadarko, Bidai, Kickapoo, and Waco peoples.

The future Ellis County area of the young Republic of Texas was known as the Peters Colony, named for a Louisville, Kentucky-based land grant company consisting of English and American investors. The Young Republic empresario grant program encouraged settlements in North Texas in 1857. The few settlers who lived in this region trapped animals sold their pelts, and traded goods with the natives. The majority of Ellis County's original settlers came from the southern half of the United States. They arrived with their cultural and educational traditions, their methods of farming and care for farm animals, and for a few, the people they had enslaved.

Midlothian places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, offering a range of facilities and programs to promote the well-being of its residents. The Midlothian Community Park is a central hub for outdoor activities, featuring walking trails, sports fields, and playgrounds. The city is committed to providing access to quality healthcare services, with Midlothian being home to medical facilities such as Methodist Midlothian Medical Center, ensuring the well-being of its residents. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Patriot Strength & Fitness, CrossFit Midlothian, and 2nd Chance Fitness and Boot Camp. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Chico, such as the Mockingbird Nature Park and the Ridgeview Park Mountain Peak Community Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Midlothian, TX include Webb Gallery, Mountain Peak Community Park, and Ellis County Museum.

Population: 39,487 (2021). Elevation: 568 ft (173 m). Area: 64.23 sq mi (166.34 km2). ZIP Code: 76065. Area code: 214.

FAQs

Is Midlothian, TX a small town?

Midlothian is a community that celebrates its “small town” culture of fellowship, education, and quality of life. Located 30 minutes from Dallas and Fort Worth, Midlothian offers easy access to a variety of world-class culture and entertainment options as well as two airports offering non-stop domestic and international flights. Incorporated in 1888, we have evolved from cotton and cattle fields to sustained growth and economic success.

How did Midlothian, TX get its name?

As early as June 3, 1881, the Waxahachie Enterprise referred to this community as Midlothian, thus discounting the common story about a train conductor naming it for his home in Scotland.  At that time, R. M. Wyatt was surveying and securing the right of way for the Chicago, Texas, and Mexican Central railroad to build a track near the Barker community.  In August 1881 the Enterprise reported that work was progressing rapidly and the Lebanon Grange Store was talking about building a larger building near the depot.  The newspaper reported on May 19, 1882, that a petition had been signed and sent to "Washington City" to change the name of our post from Barker to Midlothian.  

Is Midlothian, TX a good place to live?

Midlothian is in Ellis County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Midlothian offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Midlothian and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Midlothian are highly rated.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Midlothian

Midlothian Community Park

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center

Patriot Strength & Fitness

CrossFit Midlothian 

2nd Chance Fitness and Boot Camp

Mockingbird Nature Park

Ridgeview Park Mountain Peak Community Park

Webb Gallery

Mountain Peak Community Park

Ellis County Museum

Midlothian-tx.org

Founding Families

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