B+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Public Schools
    B+
  2. Crime & Safety
    C
  3. Housing
    B
  4. Nightlife
    B+
  5. Good for Families
    B+
  6. Diversity
    A
  7. Jobs
    B
  8. Weather
    B+
  9. Cost of Living
    B+
  10. Health & Fitness
    B
  11. Outdoor Activities
    B+
  12. Commute
    A-
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Population
82,112

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$130,100
National
$178,600
Median Rent
$782
National
$928
Area Feel
Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    45%
  • Own
    55%

Longview Rankings

Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
C
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    288
    0
  • Murder
    18
    0
  • Rape
    51
    41
  • Robbery
    158
    0
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    962
    1
  • Theft
    3,659
    2,081
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    343
    0

Residents

Diversity
A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$44,544
National
$53,889
Children
22%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    7%
    11%
  • Bachelor's degree
    14%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    35%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    27%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    16%
    13%
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  • Private Schools
  • Colleges
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Longview is a small town that gives you the resources to explore and be entertained. As a local, Longview has transformed from the mindset of "having nothing to do" to an excited day running around having fun with new resturantes, shopping areas, parks, and entertainment based attractions. I am not saying that Longview is by any means bustling like Dallas but it is a professional enviornment for a great childhood. Not only is Longview one of the fastest growing towns in the country, it is full of community based activities to get involved and make a difference!
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Longview is a great, up-and-coming town nestled in the Piney Woods of East Texas. The community here is like no other! No matter where you go (grocery store, restaurant, gym, etc.) you will see someone you know, who will smile and ask about your well-being! Longview's downtown is developing into a thriving cultural and entertaining area. With all the growth going on in Longview, I am excited to come back a visit and see just what it has become!
Longview is a fast growing town! I was born and raised in Longview but recently moved to a smaller town outside of Longview. It offers a variety of good restaurants but if you want more shopping or entertainment options it is best to go to Tyler, TX which is about 45 minutes away.