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Longview, Texas, in Gregg county, is 121 miles E of Dallas, Texas. Part of the surrounding Longview - Marshall metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Longview is home to some 73,344 residents.
In Longview, about 52% of adults are married.
Approximately 30% of Longview is non-white. If America is a melting pot of different peoples, then Longview is very American.
In 2000, Longview had a median family income of $42,378.
George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($131,303) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Longview. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.
According to the 2000 census, 58% of the housing in Longview was owner-occupied.
In Longview, 95% of commuters drive to work. People in the city expect to drive a lot. The city does not have a lot of public transportation. The relatively short commuting times in Longview let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).
Comparing Longview to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):
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| Low Property Crime |  | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
Detailed pages on related topics: Longview colleges • Longview travel • Longview mortgages and property.
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