The Longview metropolitan area is the 217th largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 173,082 spread across 22 cities and towns in TX. Anchored by Longview, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the Longview metro area earn an average household income of $71,063, while the average home value sits at $169,282. Renters in the area pay an average of $1,136 per month, making the cost of living relatively affordable compared to the national average. About 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's growing workforce.

The Longview metro reports an average violent crime rate of 512.9 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 3,193.7 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 65.7°F, offering a warm climate year-round. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 13.1%, which is near the national average.

With 22 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Longview metro area offers a wide variety of living options. Despite its more compact size, the metro area provides a range of communities with their own unique character and appeal. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature	65.7°F
Avg January Temp	46.7°F
Avg July Temp	83.4°F
Avg Annual Precipitation	50.2"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate	512.9 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate	3193.7 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate	2.6%
Avg Poverty Rate	13.1%
Avg Median Age	38.0

All 22 Cities in Longview Metro Area

1 Longview TX 82,765

2 Marshall TX 23,646

3 Kilgore TX 13,444

4 Henderson TX 13,348

5 Gladewater TX 6,297

6 White Oak TX 6,208

7 Gilmer TX 4,955

8 Hallsville TX 4,496

9 Lake Cherokee TX 3,358

10 Liberty City TX 2,826

11 Overton TX 2,633

12 Waskom TX 1,862

13 Lakeport TX 1,250

14 New London TX 1,198

15 Ore City TX 965

16 Clarksville City TX 946

17 East Mountain TX 921

18 Union Grove TX 764

19 Easton TX 415

20 Warren City TX 319

21 Scottsville TX 259

22 Nesbitt TX 207

Longview Metro Area

Largest Cities in Longview Metro

Longview, TX

Marshall, TX

Kilgore, TX

Henderson, TX

Gladewater, TX

White Oak, TX

Gilmer, TX

Hallsville, TX

Lake Cherokee, TX

Liberty City, TX

Overton, TX

Waskom, TX

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Safety

Economy

All 22 Cities in Longview Metro Area