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Longview, AB

Alberta

Longview is a small town in Alberta with a population of 297. Residents earn $79,000 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
297 Population 698/sq mi density
$79,000 Median Income $44,400 per capita
$280,000 Home Value
$1,091 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$79,000 median income, 16.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$280,000 home value, $1,091/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,000
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $280,000
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 16.1%
347% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

How Longview Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population297
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density698/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$79,000
Per Capita$44,400
Unemployment16.1%
Poverty9.0%
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$280,000
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units135
Rent Burden23.1%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation4,072 ft (1,241 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+34.6%
Graduate+3.9%

Community

Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Longview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Longview receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Longview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Longview is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 16.1%, unemployment is notably high. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Longview is $280,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Longview has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Longview has a population of 297 with a density of 698 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.8% of residents. 18.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

297
Total Population
2021 Census
698
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Longview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.8%
14% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg
Other Languages6.8%

Social Characteristics

Longview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Longview is $79,000, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,400 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 16.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes. 47.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Longview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,000
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.1%
347% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home47.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Longview is $280,000, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). There are 135 total housing units in the city. 23.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$280,000
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%
Renter-Occupied18.5%
Housing Units135

Property Tax

In Longview, 26.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 22.1% have high blood pressure. 8.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.0% report binge drinking. 76.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.1% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Longview vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Longview has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27 — among the cleanest air in the country. 90% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 4,072 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.4 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation4,072 ft (1,241 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density698/sq mi
Coordinates50.5334°N, 114.2353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 1.2 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in
August 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
October 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 0.8 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.9 in

Longview has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F — from 15°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (0.8").

3.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 89% below the national average of 33.7%. 34.6% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. 68.4% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
89% below US avg
High School+34.6%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density698/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home47.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Longview

What is the population of Longview?

Longview has a population of 297 residents and is located in Alberta. The population density is 698 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.2% male.

Is Longview expensive to live in?

Longview is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $79,000, 5% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $280,000 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Longview?

Longview has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches, with 4.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 27.

How is the job market in Longview?

The job market in Longview faces challenges, with unemployment at 16.1% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 47.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Longview?

The median home value in Longview is $280,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091.

How are the schools in Longview?

3.9% of adults in Longview hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 34.6% have completed high school. 3.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Longview?

The obesity rate in Longview is 26.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.9% of adults are smokers. 76.3% are physically inactive. 4.1% of residents report depression.

What is transportation like in Longview?

The average commute in Longview is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 68.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 47.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Longview?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Longview is 100% White. 89.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.4% speak Spanish. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

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