How much does it cost to rent in Longview, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Longview, TX is $1,176. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Longview cheaper than other Texas cities?

Longview is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #256 out of 269 cities at $1,176/mo.

When was Longview rent data last updated?

Longview rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Longview

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Pop. 82,923·256th most expensive in Texas·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,176/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.6%

Month-over-Month

-0.4%

vs US Median

-$789

Stable (Monthly)

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Longview · $1,176

More affordable than 93% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

62/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Longview's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,176/mo

Expected by trend

$1,251/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Longview's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$940

1 BR

$958

2 BR

$1,160

3 BR

$1,553

4 BR+

$1,650

Research median

$1,160/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$14,112/yr

At $1,176/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.6% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Longview, TX is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

82,923

Median income

$63,340

Median age

35.3

Renters

45.3%

Age distribution

25.1%

24.4%

23%

16.6%

Under 1825.1%

18–3424.4%

35–5423%

55–6410.9%

65+16.6%

Gender

48.6%

51.4%

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

Race & ethnicity

54.7%

20.6%

21.8%

White54.7%

Black20.6%

Hispanic21.8%

Asian1.6%

Other1.3%

Education (25+)

12.7%

27.7%

36%

23.7%

No HS diploma12.7%

HS diploma27.7%

Some college36%

Bachelor's+23.7%

Housing tenure

54.7%

45.3%

Owner54.7%

Renter45.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Longview, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$866 → $1,176

up 35.8%

Income

$53,854 → $63,340

up 17.6%

Population

81,967 → 82,923

up 1.2%

Renter share

45.8% → 45.3%

-0.5 pts

Bachelor's+

20.8% → 23.7%

+2.9 pts

Median age

34.7 → 35.3

+0.6 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Longview, TX has shifted from $866 to $1,176, up 35.8% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $53,854 to $63,340 across the same window, up 17.6% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Longview, TX adding about 956 residents over the five-year window, up 1.2% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 20.8% to 23.7% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Longview, TX look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Longview on your salary?

At $1,176/mo, how Longview rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 21.3% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 18.4% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 10.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 8.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 25.1% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 20.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Longview rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Longview. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Longview, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Longview is $1,176/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $940/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,160/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $958/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,553/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($63,340/yr), Longview ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Longview an affordable city for renters?

Longview is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,176/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($63,340/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Longview falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Longview?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $47,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,176/mo in Longview. The local median household income is $63,340/yr, meaning the typical Longview household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Longview?

Rent in Longview has increased 2.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Longview neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Longview are 75604 ($1,066/mo), 75605 ($1,194/mo), and 75602 ($1,302/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Longview is $1,176/mo.

How does Longview rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Longview is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #256 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,176/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Longview?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Longview ($1,176/mo): Kilgore ($1,141/mo), Liberty City ($1,150/mo).

What percentage of Longview residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.3% of Longview households are renters, while 54.7% are owner-occupied. Longview leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Longview rent compare to the national average?

Longview's median rent of $1,176/mo is $789 (40%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #256 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,176/mo, rent takes ~22% of Longview's median household income ($63,340/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Longview 22%Benchmark 30%

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