WELCOME TO MIDLAND/ODESSA

The closely aligned urban centers of Midland and Odessa anchor a cluster of rural counties to form the Midland/Odessa region of West Texas. Well-known for oil resources and production, the area offers abundant employment opportunities in business, services, and industry. Together, Midland and Odessa provide first-rate recreational facilities, professional sports action, cultural enrichment, and vibrant entertainment venues. The region is also home to nationally recognized healthcare services, two-year colleges, the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, and the University of Texas of the Permian Basin. The surrounding rural counties add opportunities for simple pleasures and small-town living in the heart of West Texas.