The Longview, TX Metro Area is a great place to live due to its excellent rankings across many areas. According to bestplaces.net, the cost of living in Longview is slightly lower than the US average and overall ranked at #273 out of 1041 cities for cost of living in the US. For quality of life, it ranks #164 out of 1041 cities with livability score of 63/100, which is higher than the state (Texas) average and US average. The crime rate is also relatively low - ranking #721 out of 1041 cities. In terms of education, Longview's public-school system ranks #198 out of 1532 cities in the US with an A overall grade from BestPlaces. With its high affordability, good quality life, low crime rate and good educational system, it makes Longview a great place for families and singles alike to call home.
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