Midlothian, Texas
Midlothian is a city in Ellis County, Texas, in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, about 24 miles southwest of Dallas, with a population of about 44,104.
Ellis
County
44,104
Population
Dallas–Fort Worth
Region
63.6 sq mi
Land Area
24 mi
to Dallas
Updated October 2026 · Population: U.S. Census Bureau estimate for July 1, 2024. Land area and coordinates: U.S. Census Bureau. · Midlothian on Wikipedia
Midlothian City Limits
The official city boundary and the major highways through Midlothian.
Major roads: State Hwy 360 · State Spur 73 · US Hwy 287 · US Hwy 287Q Bus · US Hwy 287R Bus · US Hwy 67
Boundary & roads: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line).
Midlothian from our research
What we've verified about Midlothian, one line per topic. Each links to the full page and its sources.
- History
- A farm town a homesick Scottish engineer named for his homeland, built atop a chalk escarpment that made it the Cement Capital of Texas. Details →
- Dining
- 81 verified places to eat and drink; most common: Burgers & American · Coffee, Sweets & Bakery · Pizza & Italian; 16 have a full bar. Details → Source: Texas Comptroller sales-tax permit records, checked place by place
- Schools
- 114 public schools within 12 miles, across 19 districts and charters, mainly Midlothian ISD, Cedar Hill ISD and Mansfield ISD. Details → Source: Texas Education Agency — current schools
- Utilities
- A deregulated Oncor-grid electricity market where you choose your provider, plus Atmos gas, city water, and internet options. Details →
- Outdoors
- Nearest state parks: Cedar Hill (11 mi), Cleburne (36 mi), Lake Whitney (43 mi). Nearest lakes: Joe Pool Lake (9 mi), Mountain Creek Lake (17 mi). Details → Source: Texas Parks & Wildlife Department — park locations
- Contractors
- 17 licensed plumbers, 29 licensed HVAC contractors and 32 licensed electricians serve Midlothian. Details → Source: TSBPE and TDLR license records, checked business by business
FAQ: Midlothian, Texas
Ellis County. The U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 place-by-county list places all of Midlothian in Ellis County.
East Texas guides — an easy drive from Midlothian
Weekend trips, lakes, festivals and small-town food east of the metroplex.
Things to Do in East Texas
What to do in East Texas, checked against official sources: Tyler's Rose Garden and Caldwell Zoo, Canton's First Monday Trade Days, the Texas State Railroad, state parks, museums and festivals.
Read Guide →Best Day Trips from Tyler and East Texas
Drive-time guide to day trips from Tyler: state parks, small towns, museums, and lakes within about 30 minutes, an hour, and up to three hours.
Read Guide →Best Lakes in East Texas
A fact-checked guide to 17 East Texas lakes, from Lake Fork's trophy bass and Caddo Lake to Toledo Bend, Sam Rayburn and Lake Tawakoni. Sizes, species, access and rules come from TPWD.
Read Guide →East Texas State Parks Guide
Twelve East Texas state parks from TPWD: Tyler, Caddo Lake, Atlanta, Lake Bob Sandlin, Tawakoni, Purtis Creek, Cooper, Martin Dies Jr. and more. Camping, cabins and passes.
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