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Longview, MS

Mississippi · Oktibbeha County

Longview is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 151. Residents earn $112,000 per year, which is 49% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
151 Population 90/sq mi density
$112,000 Median Income $40,312 per capita
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$112,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
63.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $112,000
49% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 63.8%
89% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population151
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density90/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$112,000
Per Capita$40,312
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$2,639M
Commute26 min

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking15.5%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation310 ft (94 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+63.8%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+13.9%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute26 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries3

Is Longview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Longview receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Longview stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Longview is $112,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 49% above $75,149. This places Longview among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

Longview is a highly educated community — 63.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Longview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Longview has a population of 151 with a density of 90 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

151
Total Population
90
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Longview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Longview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Longview is $112,000, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Longview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$112,000
49% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,312
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$64,501

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,092
County GDP$2,639M

Business (County)

Restaurants144
Healthcare105
Retail187
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,654
4% above US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.4%

Walkability

In Longview, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.0%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,469
Dentists1:2,449
Mental Health1:397
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits11.1%
Premature Death9,967/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access79.9%
Healthcare Facilities105
Longview has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.0 inches
53% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation310 ft (94 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates33.4011°N, 88.9340°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyOktibbeha County County
County FIPS28105
Longview is located in Oktibbeha County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 63.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.3-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 49%

Winner: Republican by 0.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+63.8%
89% above US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+13.9%
School Test Score4.42
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density90/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi
CountyOktibbeha County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants144
Retail Stores187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.4%

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