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Longview, IL
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Longview, IL
At a Glance
How Longview Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Longview's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Longview a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Longview residents earn a median household income of $75,417 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,560. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 603 business establishments, including 55 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Longview is $57,500 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $159,684. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Longview reports 83 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 417/100K.
Education
5.3% of adults in Longview hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Longview has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.