Cost of Living in Longview, WA
Population: 37,836 • 2026 Data
$60,844
Median Household Income
-21% vs national
$1,119
Median Monthly Rent
-17% vs national
$339,000
Median Home Value
+0% vs national
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Longview
The median home value in Longview, WA is $339,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,119, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,186.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.1%. 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, WA is $60,844. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8%, with a labor force of 16,956 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.