salaryRent is lower than in 68% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $52,440 a year. That is $25 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Texas cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Texas. It is number 170 of 426 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Longview?
Share of households by yearly income. 19.5% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Longview
| Size | Longview | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,023 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $963 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,143 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,430 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,418 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Longview overall?
Everyday prices in the Longview metro area are 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.5, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Longview
Life in Longview
What jobs pay in Longview
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $137,280 | 11.5% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,210 | 12.2% |
| Physician Assistant | $128,180 | 12.3% |
| Software Developer | $106,360 | 14.8% |
| Lawyer | $105,590 | 14.9% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,750 | 15.9% |
| Operations Manager | $89,660 | 17.5% |
| Civil Engineer | $87,090 | 18.1% |
| Dental Hygienist | $81,920 | 19.2% |
| Registered Nurse | $80,330 | 19.6% |
| Accountant | $75,060 | 21.0% |
| Police Officer | $70,800 | 22.2% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,210 | 26.1% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $60,190 | 26.1% |
| Market Research Analyst | $58,840 | 26.7% |
| HVAC Technician | $55,050 | 28.6% |
| Plumber | $54,320 | 29.0% |
| Truck Driver | $51,990 | 30.3% |
| Electrician | $47,580 | 33.1% |
| Carpenter | $46,160 | 34.1% |
| Firefighter | $45,820 | 34.3% |
| Customer Service Representative | $37,850 | 41.6% |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,590 | 41.9% |
| Medical Assistant | $37,040 | 42.5% |
| Nursing Assistant | $34,510 | 45.6% |
| Restaurant Cook | $29,930 | 52.6% |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,130 | 54.0% |
| Cashier | $27,740 | 56.7% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,240 | 70.7% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Longview?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $95 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $202,600 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $20,260 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Longview, TX?
Renting in Longview costs a median of about $1,311 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Texas median is $1,451.
How much do I need to make to live in Longview?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $52,440 a year, or $25 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Longview cheap or expensive?
Longview is rated OK: rent takes 23.0% of the typical household income of $68,312. It ranks 170th cheapest of 426 Texas cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Longview?
The median homeowner in Longview pays $2,412 a year in property taxes, about 1.19% of the median home value.
Is Longview more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 11% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Longview?
The median home value in Longview is $202,600, about 3.0 times the typical yearly household income.
82,923 people live in Longview. Numbers are typical (middle) values.