Cost of Living in Longview, TX
Longview, TX — prices, rents and what jobs really pay here after taxes.
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What would you need to earn in Longview, TX to keep the same lifestyle — after taxes — as in another city?
Prices in Longview, TX vs. the U.S. average
| Category | Index (U.S. = 100) | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| All items | 89.5 | −10.5% |
| Housing | 66.7 | −33.3% |
| Goods | 93.8 | −6.2% |
| Utilities | 83.5 | −16.5% |
| Other services | 96.2 | −3.8% |
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024.
Rent in Longview, TX
| Unit | Monthly rent | Income needed (30% rule) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $952 | $38,080/yr |
| 1 bedroom | $979 | $39,160/yr |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,209 | $48,360/yr |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,555 | $62,200/yr |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,672 | $66,880/yr |
HUD Fair Market Rents, FY2026, population-weighted across the metro's counties.
Take-home pay in Longview, TX
- Federal income tax$3,238
- Social Security (6.2%)$2,799
- Medicare (1.45%)$655
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$38,458
Marginal rate: 12% federal + 0.00% state
Highest-paying jobs in Longview, TX
| Job | Median salary | Take-home | Real value* |
|---|---|---|---|
| General and Operations Manager | $89,660 | $71,906 | $80,355 |
| Registered Nurse | $80,330 | $65,342 | $73,020 |
| Stocker and Order Filler | $35,770 | $30,921 | $34,555 |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,130 | $25,586 | $28,592 |
| Cashier | $27,740 | $24,454 | $27,327 |
| Fast Food and Counter Worker | $26,730 | $23,622 | $26,398 |
*In U.S.-average dollars after adjusting for local prices.
Frequently asked questions
Is Longview, TX expensive to live in?
According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, overall prices in the Longview, TX metro area are 89.5% of the U.S. average, with housing at 66.7%. It is the #299 most expensive of 387 metro areas we track.
What salary do you need to live in Longview, TX?
To match the buying power of a $60,000 salary in an average-priced U.S. city you would need about $53,691 in Longview, TX (before tax differences). The median wage across all jobs here is $45,150.
How much is rent in Longview, TX?
HUD’s FY2026 fair market rents for Longview, TX are $952 for a studio, $979 for one bedroom, $1,209 for two bedrooms and $1,555 for three bedrooms, including utilities.
Top salaries by field in Longview, TX
Management Occupations
- General and Operations Manager — $89,660
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- Registered Nurse — $80,330
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations
- Fast Food and Counter Worker — $26,730
Sales and Related Occupations
- Retail Salesperson — $29,130
- Cashier — $27,740
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
- Stocker and Order Filler — $35,770