With about 11,568 residents, Covington is one of Louisiana's notable places. Covington was founded in 1813 and sits in St. Tammany Parish. The median age is 39.1 and the median household income is $73,809. Homes carry a median value of $292,500, and about 65% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (74.9%). Around 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 27 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Covington — frequently asked
What is the population of Covington, Louisiana?
Covington has a population of about 11,568, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Covington?
The median home value in Covington is $292,500, and the median gross rent is $1,374/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Covington safe? What is the crime rate?
Covington Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 146 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Covington face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates St. Tammany County as "Relatively High" overall, with top hazards including hurricane, coastal flooding, cold wave.
How many schools are in Covington?
Covington has 8 public schools (4 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Covington?
Public registry data lists 2 registered sex offenders in or near Covington. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.