RANK #596 / 996 · POP 124,245 · TX
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.4%
Gregg County, in northeastern Texas, is perhaps best known for its significant role in the East Texas Oil Field, a discovery in 1930 near Kilgore that dramatically boosted the county's population and economy. Longview, the county seat and largest city, lies about 125 miles east of Dallas and 60 miles west of Shreveport, Louisiana. The county is characterized by gently sloping to hilly terrain within the East Texas timberlands, with the Sabine River flowing through it. Outdoor recreation opportunities include numerous lakes within a 75-mile radius of Longview, along with local parks like Lear Park, which offers sports fields, walking trails, and a splash pad. The Longview Arboretum and Nature Center also provides a natural escape with gardens and trails. The public school system serves a large majority of students, with top-ranked schools including Hudson Elementary School and Spring Hill Intermediate School. The economy, historically tied to oil and gas, has diversified to include manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. Major employers like Eastman Chemical Company contribute to the local job market. The area continues to see economic growth, with efforts to attract more businesses and create career opportunities.
Well below national median
Above national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Below national median (13x)
Housing looks undervalued at 2.5x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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Gregg County has a Boom Town Index score of 40/100, ranking #596 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at -0.9% and a median household income of $63,811, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Gregg County is $171,900 with median rent at $1,008/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3712, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.4% year-over-year. Job growth: -0.9%. Home values changed +1.4% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 5.48% of Gregg County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.