Longview, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Longview, Washington is 37,836 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 35th-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $60,844, the median home value is $339,000, and the median age is 39.1.
The population has grown 4.1% since 2010 (36,794 → 38,294).
37,836
Population
2556
People / sq mi
$60,844
Median Income
$339,000
Median Home Value
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Longview covers 14.8 sq mi of land at 2556 people per square mile.
About Longview, WA
Longview is defined demographically by education — 16.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. Longview is a city in Washington with a population of 37,836. It ranks #35 among cities in Washington by population.
The typical household earns $60,844, below the US median of $78,538. About 10.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $339,000, with typical rent around $1,119.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 16.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 5.9% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Longview city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Longview city had a population of 36,794 in 2010 and 38,294 in 2024, a 4.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 38,440 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.29%.
38,294
Population (2024)
36,794
Population (2010)
38,440
Peak (2019)
0.29%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 36,794 |
| 2011 | 36,704 |
| 2012 | 36,402 |
| 2013 | 36,256 |
| 2014 | 36,252 |
| 2015 | 36,540 |
| 2016 | 37,015 |
| 2017 | 37,576 |
| 2018 | 38,048 |
| 2019 | 38,440 |
| 2020 | 37,869 |
| 2021 | 37,969 |
| 2022 | 38,025 |
| 2023 | 38,172 |
| 2024 | 38,294 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 82.4% |
| Black or African American | 0.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 5.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$60,844
Median Household Income
$34,987
Per Capita Income
10.2%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$339,000
Median Home Value
$1,119
Median Rent
52.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.5%
High School+
16.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
81.0%
Public Transit
5.9%
Work From Home
25.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
44.2%
Foreign Born
91.2%
Non-English at Home
10.1%
Veterans
22.1%
With Disability
94.2%
Health Insurance
93.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.4% |
| Manufacturing | 14.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.9% |
| Construction | 6.9% |
| Retail Trade | 6.8% |
| Public Administration | 5.7% |
| Information | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Longview, Washington has a population of 37,836 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 35th-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Longview, Washington is $60,844, with 10.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Longview, Washington is $339,000, with median monthly rent at $1,119 and a homeownership rate of 52.4%.
The median age in Longview, Washington is 39.1 years. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.
The population has grown 4.1% since 2010 (36,794 → 38,294).
Longview city, WA Climate
Longview city, WA has an average annual temperature of 11.2°C (52°F) and receives about 1336 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.2°C
Avg Temp
1336
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 40° | 193 mm |
| February | 6° / 43° | 150 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 128 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 98 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 71 mm |
| June | 16° / 61° | 56 mm |
| July | 18° / 65° | 26 mm |
| August | 19° / 65° | 33 mm |
| September | 16° / 61° | 62 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 108 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 203 mm |
| December | 5° / 40° | 208 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Longview city, WA
The most comfortable months to visit Longview city, WA are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 26°C high). The coldest is January (near 1°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.