Located in the northwestern region of Ellis County, Texas, Midlothian is a thriving city situated just 25 miles (40 km) southwest of the bustling metropolis of Dallas.

The First United Methodist Church, established in 1902, is one of the city’s most ancient churches. Subsequently, the First Presbyterian Church was erected in 1913. Headstones at the Midlothian Cemetery go as far back as the 1870s. The St. Paul Cemetery is located on the outskirts of the city.

The weather in this region is known for its hot and humid summerslothian is classified as having a humid subtropical climate, designated as Cfa on climate maps by the Köppen system.

According to the 2020 US census, the city had a population of 35,125 individuals living in 10,462 households and 8,817 families.

In 1888, Midlothian officially became a city, and on October 1, 1980, it was granted the authority to govern itself through a home-rule charter. The city operates under a council-manager form of government, which consists of a mayor and six council members who are elected by the people to represent their interests.

On the southwestern outskirts of the city, along U.S. 67, lies the expansive Railport industrial park. This bustling hub is home to a number of major distribution centers, including those of Target and QuikTrip.

The Midlothian Independent School District (MISD) offers educational services for both primary and secondary levels to the local community within a 112 square mile area. MISD oversees schooling from kindergarten through 12th grade and has approximately 850 staff members. With a total of nine school facilities, including six elementary schools serving grades K-5, MISD is home to 461 teachers and had a student enrollment of 7,564 during the 2012-2013 academic year. The average student-to-teacher ratio at MISD is 16 to 1.

Midlothian is situated at the intersection of U.S. Highway 67 and U.S. Highway 287, allowing convenient connectivity to a significant road network comprising interstate highways, U.S. highways, and state highways. This strategic location facilitates access to Dallas, Fort Worth, the wider Metroplex area, and the entire state.