Longview Texas Map

About Longview, Texas

Longview is a locality in Gregg County, Texas, United States. With a population of 106,896, Longview is a major urban centre in Texas. The population density is 568.3 people per km². Longview is located at 32.5007°N, 94.7405°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 75602.

Longview, Texas, unfolds across the rolling East Texas terrain, where pine forests meet fertile farmland, a landscape shaped by the gentle rise and fall of the land. It lies 34.3 miles east-north-east of Tyler, TX (from Tyler, TX: bearing 72°T), and is situated 7.3 miles east-south-east of White Oak. Its founding in the late 19th century was intrinsically tied to the burgeoning railroad industry, a ribbon of iron that brought commerce and connection to this corner of Gregg County. Over time, the economy of Longview has diversified, drawing strength from oil and gas, a robust manufacturing sector, and a growing service industry that hums with the quiet efficiency of a well-oiled machine. The air here often carries the scent of damp earth after a summer shower, a reminder of the region's verdant embrace. The cultural character of Longview is one of warm hospitality, a place where neighbors still greet each other with a nod and a smile, reflecting a heritage that values community and resilience. While there are no grand oceanside promenades, the local spirit finds expression in gatherings and traditions that celebrate the East Texas way of life. Notable landmarks like the historic downtown square offer a glimpse into the past, while the presence of universities contributes to a dynamic intellectual atmosphere. Though perhaps not a global sporting mecca, Longview embraces its local teams with a fierce, enduring pride, and its calendar is punctuated by events that bring people together, from lively festivals to the quiet hum of daily life.

About This Longview Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Longview, Texas with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Longview and Gregg County.

Detailed location data for Longview includes the ZIP code (75601), telephone area code (903), county seat of Gregg County (Longview), and school district assignment (Longview Independent School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Longview is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.