Here's what it costs to live in Longview, Texas, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $1,061 per month, while the typical home is valued around $182,700. Households earn a median of $62,488 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$62,488
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,061
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$182,700
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
N/A
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$1,007
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$1,013
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,199
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$1,606
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
State Income Tax
None
No state income tax on wages
State Sales Tax
6.25%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | N/A |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | N/A |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | N/A |
| ⚡Electrician | N/A |
| 📊Accountant | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
82,765
Latest estimate
Median Age
35.3 yrs
Census ACS
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AQI data not available
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Longview?
The cost of living index for Longview is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in Longview?
The median gross rent in Longview is $1,061 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Longview?
The median household income in Longview is $62,488 per year.
What is the median home value in Longview?
The median home value in Longview is $182,700 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Longview?
Air quality data for Longview is not yet available.
What are the taxes like in Longview?
Texas has no state income tax on wages and a statewide sales tax of 6.25% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology