Covington, VA

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Covington Overview

5,722
TOTAL POPULATION
2,716
MALE POPULATION
3,006
FEMALE POPULATION
90.35
MALES / 100 FEMALES
110.68
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,657
PER CAPITA INCOME
$57,125
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$45,737
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
53.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
46.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,627
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,421
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Covington Zip Codes

Covington Area Codes

Race in Covington

The most populous races in Covington are White / Caucasian (4,672 | 81.7%), Black / African American (770 | 13.5%), and Two or more Races (216 | 3.8%).
Race in Covington
Race# Population% Population
Asian641.1%
Black / African American77013.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1362.4%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian4,67281.7%
Two or more Races2163.8%
Some other Race00.0%
Total5,722100.0%

Ancestry in Covington

The most populous ancestries reported in Covington are American (741 | 13.0%), English (622 | 10.9%), Irish (530 | 9.3%), German (524 | 9.2%), and European (274 | 4.8%), together accounting for 47.0% of all Covington residents.
Ancestry in Covington
Ancestry# Population% Population
American74113.0%
British50.1%
Burmese220.4%
Central American360.6%
Cherokee170.3%
Costa Rican250.4%
Czech220.4%
Danish70.1%
Dutch90.2%
English62210.9%
European2744.8%
French530.9%
German5249.2%
Guatemalan110.2%
Indian (Asian)170.3%
Irish5309.3%
Italian801.4%
Korean330.6%
Mexican591.0%
Norwegian340.6%
Polish200.4%
Puerto Rican250.4%
Scotch-Irish430.7%
Scottish581.0%
Swiss140.2%
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Immigrants in Covington

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Covington came from Asia (52 | 0.9%), Philippines (33 | 0.6%), South Eastern Asia (33 | 0.6%), Eastern Asia (19 | 0.3%), and Korea (13 | 0.2%), together accounting for 2.6% of all Covington residents.
Immigrants in Covington
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia520.9%
China60.1%
Eastern Asia190.3%
Korea130.2%
Philippines330.6%
South Eastern Asia330.6%
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Sex and Age in Covington

Sex and Age in Covington

The most populous age groups in Covington are 60 to 64 Years (331 | 12.2%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (273 | 9.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Covington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years143 (5.3%)206 (6.9%)
5 to 9 Years181 (6.7%)232 (7.7%)
10 to 14 Years258 (9.5%)196 (6.5%)
15 to 19 Years164 (6.0%)110 (3.7%)
20 to 24 Years87 (3.2%)154 (5.1%)
25 to 29 Years215 (7.9%)204 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years154 (5.7%)136 (4.5%)
35 to 39 Years159 (5.9%)175 (5.8%)
40 to 44 Years225 (8.3%)186 (6.2%)
45 to 49 Years84 (3.1%)95 (3.2%)
50 to 54 Years188 (6.9%)181 (6.0%)
55 to 59 Years80 (2.9%)213 (7.1%)
60 to 64 Years331 (12.2%)273 (9.1%)
65 to 69 Years155 (5.7%)210 (7.0%)
70 to 74 Years149 (5.5%)128 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years60 (2.2%)116 (3.9%)
80 to 84 Years62 (2.3%)129 (4.3%)
85 Years and over21 (0.8%)62 (2.1%)
Total2,716 (100.0%)3,006 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Covington

Median Family Size in Covington

The median family size in Covington is 2.93 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,113 | 73.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.11 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (186 | 12.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.35 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Covington
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,113 (73.2%)3.11
Single Male/Father186 (12.2%)2.35
Single Female/Mother221 (14.5%)2.56
Total Families1,520 (100.0%)2.93

Median Household Size in Covington

The median household size in Covington is 2.25 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,113 | 44.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.12 persons per household. non-family households (983 | 39.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.10 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Covington
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,113 (44.5%)3.12
Single Male/Father186 (7.4%)2.73
Single Female/Mother221 (8.8%)2.61
Non-family983 (39.3%)1.10
Total Households2,503 (100.0%)2.25

Household Size by Marriage Status in Covington

Out of a total of 2,503 households in Covington, 1,520 (60.7%) are family households, while 983 (39.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 750, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 897.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Covington
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-897 (35.8%)
2-Person Households750 (30.0%)81 (3.2%)
3-Person Households399 (15.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households164 (6.6%)5 (0.2%)
5-Person Households192 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households15 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,520 (60.7%)983 (39.3%)

Female Fertility in Covington

Fertility by Age in Covington

Average fertility rate in Covington is 24.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 173.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years acount for 70.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Covington
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years19 (70.4%)173.0
20 to 34 years8 (29.6%)16.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total27 (100.0%)24.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Covington

29.6% of women with births (27) in Covington are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Covington
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (29.6%)19 (70.4%)

Fertility by Education in Covington

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Covington
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma27 (100.0%)54.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total27 (100.0%)24.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Covington

70.4% of women with births in Covington are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 29.6% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 70.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Covington
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma8 (29.6%)19 (70.4%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total8 (29.6%)19 (70.4%)

Income in Covington

Income Overview in Covington

Per Capita Income in Covington is $24,657, while median incomes of families and households are $57,125 and $45,737 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,722$24,657
Median Family Income1,520$57,125
Mean Family Income1,520$66,362
Median Household Income2,503$45,737
Mean Household Income2,503$55,199
Income Deficit1,520$8,627
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,72253.92%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,72246.08¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,7220.40

Earnings by Sex in Covington

Average Earnings in Covington are $32,436, $47,196 for men and $21,747 for women, a difference of 53.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Covington
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,235 (47.6%)$47,196
Female1,361 (52.4%)$21,747
Total2,596 (100.0%)$32,436

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Covington

The most common earnings brackets in Covington are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (224 | 18.1%) and $12,500 to $14,999 for women (164 | 12.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Covington
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less39 (3.2%)49 (3.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9996 (0.5%)78 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49944 (3.6%)21 (1.5%)
$7,500 to $9,99914 (1.1%)120 (8.8%)
$10,000 to $12,4998 (0.6%)44 (3.2%)
$12,500 to $14,99922 (1.8%)164 (12.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49934 (2.8%)101 (7.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)49 (3.6%)
$20,000 to $22,49992 (7.4%)78 (5.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99941 (3.3%)50 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99975 (6.1%)131 (9.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99922 (1.8%)59 (4.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99965 (5.3%)54 (4.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99929 (2.4%)61 (4.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999224 (18.1%)59 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $54,999113 (9.1%)89 (6.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99992 (7.4%)72 (5.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999131 (10.6%)62 (4.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999154 (12.5%)11 (0.8%)
$100,000+30 (2.4%)9 (0.7%)
Total1,235 (100.0%)1,361 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Covington

Average earnings in Covington are $47,688 for men and $25,140 for women, a difference of 47.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $58,203, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $39,618. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,328, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $17,347.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Covington
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$39,618$0
High School Diploma$46,209$17,347
College or Associate's Degree$51,345$23,813
Bachelor's Degree$58,203$56,328
Graduate Degree--
Total$47,688$25,140

Family Income in Covington

Family Income Brackets in Covington

According to the Covington family income data, there are 350 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.0% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 5 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Covington
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000493.2%
$10,000 to $14,999714.7%
$15,000 to $24,99919512.8%
$25,000 to $34,99917611.6%
$35,000 to $49,9991389.1%
$50,000 to $74,99935023.0%
$75,000 to $99,9991479.7%
$100,000 to $149,99932521.4%
$150,000 to $199,999624.1%
$200,000+50.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Covington

5-person families (154 | 10.1%) account for the highest median family income in Covington with $96,944 per family, while 2-person families (803 | 52.8%) have the highest median income of $25,068 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Covington
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families803 (52.8%)$50,136
3-Person Families346 (22.8%)$51,818
4-Person Families206 (13.6%)$88,125
5-Person Families154 (10.1%)$96,944
6-Person Families11 (0.7%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,520 (100.0%)$57,125

Family Income by Number of Earners in Covington

The median family income in Covington is $57,125, with families comprising 3+ earners (68) having the highest median family income of $118,966, while families with no earners (323) have the lowest median family income of $25,653, accounting for 4.5% and 21.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Covington
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners323 (21.2%)$25,653
1 Earner660 (43.4%)$48,864
2 Earners469 (30.9%)$88,506
3+ Earners68 (4.5%)$118,966
Total1,520 (100.0%)$57,125

Household Income in Covington

Household Income Brackets in Covington

With 493 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Covington, accounting for 19.7% of all households. In contrast, only 5 households (0.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Covington
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001506.0%
$10,000 to $14,999833.3%
$15,000 to $24,99937515.0%
$25,000 to $34,99945818.3%
$35,000 to $49,99931012.4%
$50,000 to $74,99949319.7%
$75,000 to $99,9992238.9%
$100,000 to $149,99934313.7%
$150,000 to $199,999682.7%
$200,000+50.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Covington

The median household income in Covington is $45,737, with the highest median household income of $51,172 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 814 households (32.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $35,833, with 788 households (31.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Covington
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years32 (1.3%)$42,813
25 to 44 Years869 (34.7%)$47,024
45 to 64 Years814 (32.5%)$51,172
65+ Years788 (31.5%)$35,833
Total2,503 (100.0%)$45,737

Poverty in Covington

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Covington

With 14.8% poverty level for males and 18.8% for females among the residents of Covington, under 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 55 males (38.5%) and 142 females (40.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Covington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years55 (38.5%)63 (30.6%)
5 Years19 (27.1%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years72 (35.5%)142 (40.8%)
12 to 14 Years44 (27.9%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years29 (14.4%)69 (31.9%)
25 to 34 Years32 (8.9%)74 (21.8%)
35 to 44 Years74 (21.7%)79 (22.2%)
45 to 54 Years20 (7.3%)71 (25.7%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)10 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years37 (12.2%)14 (4.1%)
75 Years and over6 (4.2%)41 (13.4%)
Total388 (14.8%)563 (18.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Covington

According to the poverty statistics in Covington, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Covington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years88 (61.5%)143 (69.4%)
5 Years51 (72.9%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years131 (64.5%)206 (59.2%)
12 to 14 Years114 (72.2%)74 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years21 (100.0%)34 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years172 (85.6%)147 (68.1%)
25 to 34 Years326 (91.1%)266 (78.2%)
35 to 44 Years267 (78.3%)277 (77.8%)
45 to 54 Years252 (92.6%)205 (74.3%)
55 to 64 Years411 (100.0%)476 (97.9%)
65 to 74 Years267 (87.8%)324 (95.9%)
75 Years and over137 (95.8%)266 (86.6%)
Total2,237 (85.2%)2,432 (81.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Covington

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Covington show that 4.0% or 45 of the total 1,113 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 11.6%, comprising of 34 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Covington
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children679 (98.4%)11 (1.6%)
1 or 2 Children259 (88.4%)34 (11.6%)
3 or 4 Children130 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,068 (96.0%)45 (4.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Covington

According to the poverty data in Covington, 24.7% or 46 single-father households and 71.0% or 157 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Covington
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)15 (26.8%)
1 or 2 Children7 (7.6%)134 (85.4%)
3 or 4 Children39 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (24.7%)157 (71.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Covington

The poverty data for Covington shows that 45 of the married-couple family households (4.0%) and 203 of the single-parent households (49.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 households (11.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 47 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Covington
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children11 (1.6%)15 (13.5%)
1 or 2 Children34 (11.6%)141 (56.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total45 (4.0%)203 (49.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Covington

Employment by Class of Employer in Covington

Among the 2,332 employed individuals in Covington, private company employees (1,614 | 69.2%), not-for-profit organizations (332 | 14.2%), and local government employees (138 | 5.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Covington
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,61469.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)341.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)743.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations33214.2%
Local Government Employees1385.9%
State Government Employees1154.9%
Federal Government Employees251.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,332100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Covington

According to the labor force statistics for Covington, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,492), 53.9% or 2,421 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.6% or 63 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 86.2% or 250 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.3% or 42 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Covington
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years57 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years136 (56.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years309 (73.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years250 (86.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years573 (76.9%)42 (7.3%)
45 to 54 Years420 (76.6%)17 (4.0%)
55 to 59 Years241 (82.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years285 (47.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years138 (21.5%)3 (2.2%)
75 Years and over10 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,421 (53.9%)63 (2.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Covington

According to labor force statistics for Covington, 71.7% of individuals (2,079) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,899) are in the labor force, with 2.8% or 58 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 92.4% or 330 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 20.4% or 38 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Covington
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School186 (53.8%)71 (20.4%)
High School Diploma969 (70.7%)25 (1.8%)
College / Associate Degree593 (71.8%)6 (0.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher330 (92.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,079 (71.7%)81 (2.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Covington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Covington are Health Diagnosing & Treating (185 | 7.9%), Community & Social Service (175 | 7.4%), Management (114 | 4.8%), Health Technologists (110 | 4.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (93 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Covington

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Covington, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (70.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Covington
OccupationMaleFemale
Management74 (64.9%)40 (35.1%)
Business & Financial8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science9 (13.9%)56 (86.2%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 66 (37.7%)109 (62.3%)
Education, Arts & Media17 (70.8%)7 (29.2%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library49 (52.7%)44 (47.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating26 (14.1%)159 (86.0%)
Health Technologists20 (18.2%)90 (81.8%)
Total (Category)183 (33.5%)364 (66.5%)
Total (Overall)1,138 (48.3%)1,219 (51.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Covington are Healthcare Support (169 | 7.2%), Security & Protection (164 | 7.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (127 | 5.4%), Law Enforcement (102 | 4.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (62 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations in Covington

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Covington, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (86.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (84.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (97.6%), Healthcare Support (95.3%), and Firefighting & Prevention (35.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Covington
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support8 (4.7%)161 (95.3%)
Security & Protection142 (86.6%)22 (13.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention40 (64.5%)22 (35.5%)
Law Enforcement102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving3 (2.4%)124 (97.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance28 (84.9%)5 (15.1%)
Personal Care & Service22 (78.6%)6 (21.4%)
Total (Category)203 (39.0%)318 (61.0%)
Total (Overall)1,138 (48.3%)1,219 (51.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Covington are Office & Administration (313 | 13.3%), and Sales & Related (256 | 10.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Covington

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Covington
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related60 (23.4%)196 (76.6%)
Office & Administration35 (11.2%)278 (88.8%)
Total (Category)95 (16.7%)474 (83.3%)
Total (Overall)1,138 (48.3%)1,219 (51.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Covington are Construction & Extraction (199 | 8.4%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (173 | 7.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Covington

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Covington
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction199 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)372 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,138 (48.3%)1,219 (51.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Covington are Production (191 | 8.1%), Transportation (97 | 4.1%), and Material Moving (60 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Covington

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Covington
OccupationMaleFemale
Production143 (74.9%)48 (25.1%)
Transportation97 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving45 (75.0%)15 (25.0%)
Total (Category)285 (81.9%)63 (18.1%)
Total (Overall)1,138 (48.3%)1,219 (51.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Covington

Employment Industries in Covington

The major employment industries in Covington include Health Care & Social Assistance (478 | 20.3%), Manufacturing (371 | 15.7%), Retail Trade (358 | 15.2%), Construction (218 | 9.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (193 | 8.2%).
Employment Industries in Covington

Employment Industries by Sex in Covington

The Covington industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (90.6%), Professional & Scientific (89.5%), and Information (89.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Covington
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction218 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing319 (86.0%)52 (14.0%)
Wholesale Trade14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade157 (43.9%)201 (56.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing102 (82.9%)21 (17.1%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information5 (10.9%)41 (89.1%)
Finance & Insurance6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific9 (10.5%)77 (89.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support11 (21.6%)40 (78.4%)
Educational Services29 (23.2%)96 (76.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance45 (9.4%)433 (90.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation16 (32.7%)33 (67.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services34 (17.6%)159 (82.4%)
Public Administration107 (72.3%)41 (27.7%)
Total1,138 (48.3%)1,219 (51.7%)

Education in Covington

School Enrollment in Covington

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,533 students in Covington are college / undergraduate (413 | 26.9%), elementary school (408 | 26.6%), and middle school (309 | 20.2%).
School Enrollment in Covington
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool23315.2%
Kindergarten140.9%
Elementary School40826.6%
Middle School30920.2%
High School1439.3%
College / Undergraduate41326.9%
Graduate / Professional130.9%
Total1,533100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Covington

Out of a total of 1,533 students who are enrolled in schools in Covington, 443 (28.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,090 (71.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 122 (73.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 71 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Covington
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds88 (50.9%)85 (49.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old363 (91.9%)32 (8.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds372 (85.7%)62 (14.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds64 (92.7%)5 (7.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds50 (27.6%)131 (72.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds37 (86.1%)6 (14.0%)
35 Years and over45 (27.0%)122 (73.1%)
Total1,090 (71.1%)443 (28.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Covington

Liberal arts & history (105 | 20.8%), education (96 | 19.0%), business (94 | 18.6%), arts & humanities (48 | 9.5%), and physical & health sciences (32 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 505 individuals in Covington who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Covington
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics40.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural122.4%
Physical & Health Sciences326.3%
Psychology305.9%
Social Sciences183.6%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology234.5%
Business9418.6%
Education9619.0%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History10520.8%
Visual & Performing Arts285.5%
Communications153.0%
Arts & Humanities489.5%
Total505100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Covington

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Covington

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Covington are males with 2 vehicles (573, accounting for 51.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (476, making up 47.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Covington
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle22 (2.0%)81 (6.6%)
1 Vehicle211 (19.0%)252 (20.7%)
2 Vehicles573 (51.5%)476 (39.1%)
3 Vehicles214 (19.2%)289 (23.7%)
4 Vehicles67 (6.0%)90 (7.4%)
5 or more Vehicles26 (2.3%)31 (2.5%)
Total1,113 (100.0%)1,219 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Covington

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Covington are 10 to 14 minutes (585 commuters, 26.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (519 commuters, 23.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (258 commuters, 11.5%).
Commute Time in Covington
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes24110.7%
5 to 9 Minutes51923.1%
10 to 14 Minutes58526.1%
15 to 19 Minutes25811.5%
20 to 24 Minutes1747.7%
25 to 29 Minutes994.4%
30 to 34 Minutes1295.8%
35 to 39 Minutes190.9%
40 to 44 Minutes612.7%
45 to 59 Minutes622.8%
60 to 89 Minutes221.0%
90 or more Minutes763.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Covington

The most common commute times in Covington are 10 to 14 minutes (323 commuters, 29.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (325 commuters, 28.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Covington
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes147 (13.4%)94 (8.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes194 (17.6%)325 (28.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes323 (29.4%)262 (22.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes161 (14.6%)97 (8.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes47 (4.3%)127 (11.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes68 (6.2%)31 (2.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes67 (6.1%)62 (5.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes14 (1.3%)5 (0.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes14 (1.3%)47 (4.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes18 (1.6%)44 (3.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes22 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes25 (2.3%)51 (4.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Covington

The most frequent times of departure to work in Covington are 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM (203, 18.4%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (314, 27.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Covington
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM18 (1.6%)77 (6.7%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM203 (18.4%)17 (1.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM74 (6.7%)21 (1.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM69 (6.3%)27 (2.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM73 (6.6%)82 (7.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM100 (9.1%)136 (11.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM105 (9.6%)151 (13.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM51 (4.6%)314 (27.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM78 (7.1%)24 (2.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM75 (6.8%)111 (9.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM41 (3.7%)27 (2.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM5 (0.4%)21 (1.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM60 (5.4%)74 (6.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM148 (13.5%)63 (5.5%)
Total1,100 (100.0%)1,145 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Covington

Occupancy by Ownership in Covington

Of the total 2,503 dwellings in Covington, owner-occupied units account for 1,883 (75.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 620 (24.8%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Covington
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,88375.2%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units62024.8%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,503100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Covington

Occupancy by Household Size in Covington
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household89735.8%
2-Person Household83133.2%
3-Person Household39915.9%
4+ Person Household37615.0%
Total Housing Units2,503100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Covington

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Covington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household591 (65.9%)306 (34.1%)
2-Person Household674 (81.1%)157 (18.9%)
3-Person Household384 (96.2%)15 (3.8%)
4+ Person Household234 (62.2%)142 (37.8%)
Total Housing Units1,883 (75.2%)620 (24.8%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Covington

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Covington
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School240 (88.6%)31 (11.4%)
High School Diploma836 (69.8%)361 (30.2%)
College/Associate Degree606 (85.0%)107 (15.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher201 (62.4%)121 (37.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Covington

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Covington
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years46118.4%
35 to 44 Years44017.6%
45 to 54 Years29711.9%
55 to 64 Years51720.7%
65 to 74 Years45918.3%
75 to 84 Years27611.0%
85 Years and Over532.1%
Total2,503100.0%

Housing Finances in Covington

Median Income by Occupancy in Covington

Median Income by Occupancy in Covington
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,883 (75.2%)$47,160
Renter-Occupied620 (24.8%)$33,750
Average2,503 (100.0%)$45,737

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Covington

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Covington
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00095 (5.1%)35 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99919 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99956 (3.0%)26 (4.2%)
$15,000 to $19,999157 (8.3%)15 (2.4%)
$20,000 to $24,999106 (5.6%)98 (15.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999307 (16.3%)150 (24.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999233 (12.4%)77 (12.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999320 (17.0%)172 (27.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999222 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999296 (15.7%)47 (7.6%)
$150,000 or more72 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,883 (100.0%)620 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Covington

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Covington
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300322 (17.1%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499457 (24.3%)37 (6.0%)
$500 to $799521 (27.7%)223 (36.0%)
$800 to $999282 (15.0%)158 (25.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499216 (11.5%)55 (8.9%)
$1,500 to $1,99972 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)19 (3.1%)
$2,500 to $2,99913 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,883 (100.0%)620 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Covington

Housing Structures in Covington

Housing Structures in Covington
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,08883.4%
Single Unit, Attached130.5%
2 Unit Apartments1355.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments220.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments100.4%
10 or more Apartments301.2%
Mobile Home / Other2058.2%
Total2,503100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Covington

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Covington
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,662 (79.6%)426 (20.4%)
Single Unit, Attached13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments16 (11.8%)119 (88.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other192 (93.7%)13 (6.3%)
Total1,883 (75.2%)620 (24.8%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Covington

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Covington
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms100 (5.3%)116 (18.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms734 (39.0%)258 (41.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms503 (26.7%)237 (38.2%)
8 or more Rooms546 (29.0%)9 (1.5%)
Total1,883 (100.0%)620 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Covington

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Covington
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas910 (48.3%)145 (23.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas18 (1.0%)12 (1.9%)
Electricity875 (46.5%)440 (71.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene49 (2.6%)23 (3.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels23 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used8 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,883 (100.0%)620 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Covington

Household Vehicle Usage in Covington
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle163 (8.7%)50 (8.1%)
1 Vehicle597 (31.7%)278 (44.8%)
2 Vehicles541 (28.7%)263 (42.4%)
3 or more Vehicles582 (30.9%)29 (4.7%)
Total1,883 (100.0%)620 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Covington

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Covington

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,105778
Median Property Value$57,400$86,300
Median Household Income$33,618$35
Monthly Housing Costs$405$0
Real Estate Taxes$551$96

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Covington

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Covington
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000466 (42.2%)95 (12.2%)
$50,000 to $99,999328 (29.7%)413 (53.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999281 (25.4%)245 (31.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99926 (2.4%)12 (1.5%)
$500,000 to $749,9994 (0.4%)13 (1.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,105 (100.0%)778 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Covington

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Covington
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000109 (9.9%)43 (5.5%)
$10,000 to $24,999247 (22.4%)5 (0.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999249 (22.5%)72 (9.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999122 (11.0%)58 (7.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999130 (11.8%)111 (14.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99950 (4.5%)190 (24.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999161 (14.6%)172 (22.1%)
$150,000 or more37 (3.4%)135 (17.3%)
Total1,105 (100.0%)778 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Covington

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Covington
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x653 (59.1%)70,446 (9,054.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x157 (14.2%)526 (67.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x59 (5.3%)126 (16.2%)
4.0x or more198 (17.9%)34 (4.4%)
Total1,105 (100.0%)778 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Covington

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Covington
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800671 (60.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499209 (18.9%)449 (57.7%)
$800 to $1,499171 (15.5%)164 (21.1%)
Total1,105 (100.0%)778 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Covington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Covington

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Covington
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years383 (91.4%)36 (8.6%)
6 to 18 Years961 (93.8%)64 (6.2%)
19 to 25 Years297 (85.3%)51 (14.7%)
26 to 34 Years552 (90.8%)56 (9.2%)
35 to 44 Years590 (84.7%)107 (15.3%)
45 to 54 Years508 (92.7%)40 (7.3%)
55 to 64 Years776 (86.5%)121 (13.5%)
65 to 74 Years642 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older450 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,159 (91.6%)475 (8.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Covington

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Covington
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born383 (91.4%)36 (8.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen961 (93.8%)64 (6.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen297 (85.3%)51 (14.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Covington

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Covington
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000963 (89.2%)117 (10.8%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,171 (96.0%)49 (4.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,137 (81.8%)253 (18.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999623 (98.0%)13 (2.0%)
$100,000 and over1,265 (96.7%)43 (3.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Covington

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Covington
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6219 (52.3%)164 (39.1%)
6 to 18 Years451 (44.0%)519 (50.6%)
19 to 25 Years42 (12.1%)282 (81.0%)
25 to 34 Years146 (24.0%)415 (68.3%)
35 to 44 Years166 (23.8%)424 (60.8%)
45 to 54 Years127 (23.2%)403 (73.5%)
55 to 64 Years282 (31.4%)545 (60.8%)
65 to 74 Years632 (98.4%)290 (45.2%)
75 Years and over450 (100.0%)309 (68.7%)
Total2,515 (44.6%)3,351 (59.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Covington

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Covington
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (1.5%)38 (8.0%)
18 to 34 Years105 (18.8%)41 (7.4%)
35 to 64 Years139 (13.6%)114 (10.2%)
65 to 74 Years48 (15.8%)20 (5.9%)
75 Years and over60 (42.0%)168 (54.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Covington

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Covington: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years8 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years56 (5.5%)18 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years10 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over36 (25.2%)76 (24.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Covington: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)8 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years58 (5.7%)23 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years5 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over6 (4.2%)63 (20.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Covington: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)38 (8.0%)
18 to 34 Years72 (12.9%)23 (4.1%)
35 to 64 Years63 (6.1%)43 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years7 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (4.9%)34 (11.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Covington: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years25 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years63 (6.1%)68 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years40 (13.2%)8 (2.4%)
75 Years and over31 (21.7%)111 (36.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Covington: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years51 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)3 (0.9%)
75 Years and over7 (4.9%)46 (15.0%)

Technology Access in Covington

Computing Device Access in Covington

Computing Device Access in Covington
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,58963.5%
Smartphone2,00980.3%
Tablet1,38455.3%
No Computing Device28111.2%
Total2,503100.0%

Internet Access in Covington

Internet Access in Covington
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet90.4%
Broadband Home1,63565.3%
Cellular Data Only34413.7%
Satellite Internet1305.2%
No Internet47619.0%
Total2,503100.0%

Covington Summary

Covington is a city located in the western part of Virginia, in the United States. It is the county seat of Alleghany County and is part of the Roanoke Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city is situated in the Allegheny Mountains, at the confluence of the Jackson and Cowpasture Rivers. Covington has a population of 5,961 as of the 2010 census, and is the largest city in Alleghany County.

History

Covington was founded in 1817 by William Covington, a Revolutionary War veteran. The city was named after him, and was incorporated in 1822. Covington was originally a small farming community, but it quickly grew into a bustling industrial center. The city was home to several factories, including a woolen mill, a paper mill, and a tannery. The city also had a thriving lumber industry, and was home to several sawmills.
In the late 19th century, Covington became a popular tourist destination. The city was home to several resorts, including the famous Hotel Alleghany. The city also had a thriving entertainment scene, with several theaters and vaudeville shows.
In the early 20th century, Covington experienced a period of decline. The city’s factories and mills closed, and the population began to decline. However, in the late 20th century, the city began to experience a resurgence. The city’s downtown area was revitalized, and several new businesses opened.

Geography

Covington is located in the western part of Virginia, in the Allegheny Mountains. The city is situated at the confluence of the Jackson and Cowpasture Rivers. The city has a total area of 4.2 square miles, all of which is land.
The city has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average temperature in Covington is 57°F, and the average annual precipitation is 43 inches.

Economy

Covington’s economy is largely based on tourism and manufacturing. The city is home to several tourist attractions, including the Alleghany Historical Museum and the Covington Country Club. The city also has several manufacturing plants, including a paper mill and a furniture factory.
The city’s largest employer is the Alleghany County Public Schools, which employs over 1,000 people. Other major employers include the Covington Country Club, the Covington Medical Center, and the Covington Paper Mill.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Covington had a population of 5,961. The racial makeup of the city was 87.3% White, 8.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.3% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in Covington was $35,938, and the median income for a family was $45,938. The per capita income for the city was $20,938. About 15.3% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Covington?
Total Population of Covington is 5,722.
What is the Total Male Population of Covington?
Total Male Population of Covington is 2,716.
What is the Total Female Population of Covington?
Total Female Population of Covington is 3,006.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Covington?
There are 90.35 Males per 100 Females in Covington.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Covington?
There are 110.68 Females per 100 Males in Covington.
What is the Median Population Age in Covington?
Median Population Age in Covington is 41.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Covington
Average Family Size in Covington is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Covington
Average Household Size in Covington is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Covington?
Per Capita income in Covington is $24,657.
What is the Median Family Income in Covington?
Median Family Income in Covington is $57,125.
What is the Median Household income in Covington?
Median Household Income in Covington is $45,737.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Covington?
Income or Wage Gap in Covington is 53.9%.
Women in Covington earn 46.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Covington?
Family Income Deficit in Covington is $8,627.
Families that are below poverty line in Covington earn $8,627 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Covington?
Inequality or Gini Index in Covington is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Covington?
There are 2,421 People in the Labor Forcein in Covington.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Covington?
53.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Covington.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Covington?
Unemployment Rate in Covington is 2.6%.