Home project costs in Longview, TX
Every project we cover, priced for the Longview metro with local BLS wages and BEA price levels.
The BEA price index for the Longview area is 89.5 against 100 for the US, which puts Longview 249th among 300 metros we track. Goods prices, which matter most for materials, are at 93.8. BLS counts roughly 118,060 jobs here.
In Longview, 0 of the 38 projects price above the national midpoint and 38 below. The highest against the national midpoint are attic insulation (−6%), kitchen remodel (−9%) and vinyl fence (−10%); the biggest discounts are roof replacement (−19%), metal roof (−19%) and home addition (−17%). The spread comes from which trades each job uses: a labor-heavy job follows local wages, while a materials-heavy job follows the goods index.
Weather: the nearest NOAA station (Longview #2, 3 miles away) shows a January average low of 36°F, a July average high of 95°F and 51 inches of precipitation a year (1991-2020 normals). For concrete pours, the workable months are March through May and October through November; for exterior installation, they are October through May.
What local trades earn in Longview
| Trade | Projects using it | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 25 | $16.53 | $18.19 | $22.15 | $22.66 | 0.80 |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 23 | $21.58 | $22.19 | $27.83 | $29.12 | 0.76 |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 10 | $21.75 | $23.09 | $26.79 | $28.78 | 0.80 |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 7 | $21.15 | $26.11 | $30.19 | $30.67 | 0.85 |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 6 | $18.05 | $21.67 | $22.41 | $27.41 | 0.79 |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 6 | $17.81 | $22.88 | $30.07 | $30.38 | 0.75 |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $26.77 | n/a |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 5 | $17.25 | $18.97 | $23.30 | $26.65 | 0.71 |
Concrete & paving in Longview
Across these 7 projects, Longview averages −13% against national midpoints. Asphalt driveway is highest at −11% and concrete driveway lowest at −16%.
| Project | Size | Longview range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab cost in Longview | 400 sq ft | $2,100 – $4,550 | −13% |
| Concrete driveway cost in Longview | 600 sq ft | $3,100 – $7,650 | −16% |
| Asphalt driveway cost in Longview | 600 sq ft | $2,750 – $6,600 | −11% |
| Gravel driveway cost in Longview | 1,000 sq ft | $2,150 – $8,900 | −13% |
| Paver patio cost in Longview | 300 sq ft | $2,650 – $4,800 | −12% |
| Concrete patio cost in Longview | 300 sq ft | $1,100 – $3,400 | −14% |
| Stamped concrete cost in Longview | 400 sq ft | $2,850 – $6,850 | −13% |
Decks & outdoor in Longview
Across these 2 projects, Longview averages −15% against national midpoints. Wood deck is highest at −14% and composite deck lowest at −16%.
| Project | Size | Longview range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood deck cost in Longview | 300 sq ft | $6,500 – $13,100 | −14% |
| Composite deck cost in Longview | 300 sq ft | $10,100 – $20,200 | −16% |
Building & additions in Longview
The 2 jobs here average −16% versus the US in Longview, from −17% (home addition) to −15% (detached garage).
| Project | Size | Longview range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage cost in Longview | 576 sq ft | $24,700 – $49,600 | −15% |
| Home addition cost in Longview | 300 sq ft | $31,400 – $63,700 | −17% |
Doors & windows in Longview
Across these 5 projects, Longview averages −12% against national midpoints. Front door is highest at −10% and patio door lowest at −15%.
| Project | Size | Longview range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage door cost in Longview | 1 door | $610 – $3,300 | −11% |
| Storm door cost in Longview | 1 door | $300 – $840 | −12% |
| Front door cost in Longview | 1 door | $420 – $2,250 | −10% |
| Window replacement cost in Longview | 10 windows | $3,950 – $13,400 | −11% |
| Patio door cost in Longview | 1 door | $530 – $5,100 | −15% |
Fencing in Longview
Across these 4 projects, Longview averages −13% against national midpoints. Vinyl fence is highest at −10% and chain-link fence lowest at −15%.
| Project | Size | Longview range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence cost in Longview | 150 linear ft | $2,600 – $6,700 | −13% |
| Vinyl fence cost in Longview | 150 linear ft | $4,150 – $8,200 | −10% |
| Chain-link fence cost in Longview | 150 linear ft | $1,350 – $5,150 | −15% |
| Aluminum fence cost in Longview | 150 linear ft | $3,300 – $10,000 | −12% |
Roofing & exterior in Longview
Across these 5 projects, Longview averages −15% against national midpoints. Attic insulation is highest at −6% and roof replacement lowest at −19%.
| Project | Size | Longview range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement cost in Longview | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $4,800 – $10,200 | −19% |
| Metal roof cost in Longview | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $7,700 – $26,900 | −19% |
| Gutters cost in Longview | 160 linear ft | $1,050 – $3,600 | −14% |
| Vinyl siding cost in Longview | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,150 – $21,500 | −15% |
| Attic insulation cost in Longview | 1,000 sq ft | $950 – $3,750 | −6% |
Kitchen & bath in Longview
The 5 jobs here average −12% versus the US in Longview, from −15% (kitchen cabinets) to −9% (kitchen remodel).
| Project | Size | Longview range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets cost in Longview | 25 linear ft | $3,750 – $11,800 | −15% |
| Shower pan cost in Longview | 1 pan | $800 – $2,500 | −12% |
| Kitchen remodel cost in Longview | 120 sq ft | $16,800 – $28,600 | −9% |
| Bathroom remodel cost in Longview | 45 sq ft | $4,150 – $20,500 | −12% |
| Kitchen backsplash cost in Longview | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
Landscaping & drainage in Longview
The 5 jobs here average −11% versus the US in Longview, from −13% (French drain) to −10% (sod installation).
| Project | Size | Longview range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| French drain cost in Longview | 60 linear ft | $520 – $1,850 | −13% |
| Retaining wall cost in Longview | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,250 – $12,200 | −10% |
| Sod installation cost in Longview | 1,500 sq ft | $1,350 – $3,000 | −10% |
| Sprinkler system cost in Longview | 4,000 sq ft of lawn | $3,500 – $8,800 | −12% |
| Inground pool cost in Longview | 450 sq ft | $31,800 – $99,400 | −12% |
Flooring & interior in Longview
Across these 3 projects, Longview averages −14% against national midpoints. Tile flooring is highest at −10% and laminate flooring lowest at −17%.
| Project | Size | Longview range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood flooring cost in Longview | 500 sq ft | $4,700 – $10,800 | −14% |
| Laminate flooring cost in Longview | 500 sq ft | $1,600 – $5,850 | −17% |
| Tile flooring cost in Longview | 200 sq ft | $2,050 – $9,100 | −10% |
Longview against its nearest metros
Averaged over all 38 projects, Longview prices −13% against the US midpoint. Of the 6 closest metros, 3 price higher and 1 lower. Texarkana is the lowest at −14% (75 miles) and Dallas the highest at −4% (135 miles). These are unweighted averages of the midpoints, a rough guide to overall price level rather than a number for any one job.
| Metro | Distance | Price index | Goods index | All projects vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longview, TXthis page | 89.5 | 93.8 | −13% | |
| Tyler, TX | 35 miles | 92.2 | 93.8 | −13% |
| Shreveport, LA | 55 miles | 84.8 | 93.7 | −12% |
| Texarkana, TX | 75 miles | 84.0 | 93.7 | −14% |
| Dallas, TX | 135 miles | 103.1 | 102.8 | −4% |
| Alexandria, LA | 145 miles | 85.7 | 93.7 | −12% |
| Monroe, LA | 155 miles | 83.6 | 93.7 | −13% |