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Midway, Texas
Midway, Smith County, Texas is located in Texas
Midway, Smith County, Texas
Midway, Smith County, Texas
Location in Texas
Midway, Smith County, Texas is located in the United States
Midway, Smith County, Texas
Midway, Smith County, Texas
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Texas
County Smith
Elevation
423 ft (129 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s) 430 & 903
GNIS feature ID 1378674

Midway is a small place in Smith County, Texas. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, the county or state government helps manage things for the people living there.

About Midway, Texas

Midway is located in the eastern part of the U.S. state of Texas. It is a quiet area within Smith County. The community is found at an elevation of about 423 feet above sea level.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live together, but it is not officially a city or town. This means it does not have its own mayor or city council. Services like roads, police, and fire protection are usually handled by the larger county government.

How Unincorporated Areas Work

In places like Midway, residents still get important services. These services are provided by the county or state. For example, the Smith County sheriff's office would provide law enforcement. This is different from a city, which has its own police department.

Life in a Small Community

Living in a small, unincorporated community like Midway can be very different from living in a big city. These areas often have a close-knit feel. Neighbors might know each other well and help each other out.

Daily Life in Midway

Life in Midway is likely peaceful and quiet. There might be fewer stores or businesses right in the community. Residents often travel to nearby towns or cities for shopping, schools, or jobs. This is common for many small communities across Texas.

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