Cost of Living in Longview, TX
Population: 82,765 • 2026 Data
$62,488
Median Household Income
-19% vs national
$1,061
Median Monthly Rent
-21% vs national
$182,700
Median Home Value
-46% vs national
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Longview
The median home value in Longview, TX is $182,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,061, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,028.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Longview, TX is $62,488. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3%, with a labor force of 39,775 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.