Midland County Public RecordsTexas

As of 2023, Midland County, TX, has an estimated population of about 183,000. The median age is 32.7 years, with 50.4% male and 49.6% female. Racially, the county is 53% Hispanic or Latino, 37% White (non-Hispanic), 6% Black or African American, and 2% Asian, with other groups making up the remainder. The population is relatively young and continues to grow steadily.

Midland County, TX, had 94,824 registered voters for the November 2022 election. The county holds general, primary, and special elections, with 43% voter turnout in the 2022 midterms. Republicans dominate local races, typically securing over 70% of the vote, while Democrats trail. Voters cast ballots at over 30 polling locations, including Midland College and the MLK Community Center. Election issues often involve oil industry regulation and education funding. The Midland County Elections Office administers voting, overseeing both major parties—Republican and Democratic—ahead of each election cycle.

Midland County, TX serves over 26,000 students across 50+ public schools, including 4 major high schools. About 82% of adults hold a high school diploma, while 25% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools like Legacy High score an average of 6/10 on state metrics. Education programs include Advanced Placement, STEM, and career-technical pathways. School safety initiatives involve on-campus police and mental health resources. Adult education is supported through Midland College’s workforce and GED programs, helping boost continuing education opportunities in the region.

As of 2023, Midland County, TX, had an unemployment rate of roughly 3.5%. Employment is dominated by the mining, quarrying, and oil & gas extraction sector, which accounts for 28% of jobs, followed by healthcare (10%) and retail trade (9%). Most workers are employed in management, sales, and office occupations. About 94% of residents commute by car, with a mean commute time of 20 minutes. While most work locally, around 18% commute to nearby counties for employment.

Midland County, TX, features a homeownership rate of around 63%, with median home values at approximately $260,000 as of early 2024. Median monthly rents are about $1,250. The market has seen stable prices recently, following rapid growth from 2021–2022. Housing includes single-family homes, townhouses, and some newer apartments, notably in central Midland, Claydesta, and Greathouse neighborhoods. Property tax rates average 1.5–1.7%. Diverse neighborhoods offer options for families and professionals, with developing subdivisions on the city’s northern edge. Rental demand remains strong due to the area’s oil industry presence.

Midland County, TX, reported a crime rate of approximately 3,200 incidents per 100,000 residents in 2023, with property crimes—such as burglary and theft—making up 75% of cases. Violent crime (including assault and robbery) accounted for about 25%, noticeably below the national average. The Midland Police Department emphasizes proactive reporting, with over 9,500 incidents logged via public channels last year. Ongoing community policing and neighborhood watch programs have contributed to a year-over-year 8% decline in total reported crimes, strengthening local safety perceptions.