Median Income
$26,172
65% lower than US avg
Home Value
$80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$574
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
31.9%
157% higher than US avg
How Cove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population359
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
D
Median Income$26,172
Per Capita$17,467
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty31.9%
County GDP$860M
Commute53 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$574
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,213
Rent Burden28.3%
Health
Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease8.0%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation1,059 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+81.2%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute53 min
Libraries1
Is Cove a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cove receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cove has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cove is $26,172, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 31.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cove is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $574 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Cove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Cove has a population of 359 with a density of 224 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%), with 9.5% Hispanic.
Population
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Cove is $26,172, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,172 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $17,467 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $824 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,003 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.3% |
| 103% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 31.9% |
| 157% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 486 |
| County GDP | $860M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 40 |
| Healthcare | 46 |
| Retail | 69 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,628 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.04% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 53.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.3% |
The median home value in Cove is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $574 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,213.
Home Values
| Census Median | $80,000 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $166,213 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $574 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,628 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.04% |
In Cove, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 37.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cove vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.6% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.6% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 11.0% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.3% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 22.8% |
| Physical Distress | 18.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 13,275/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
Crime Rates: Cove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Cove has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 44.4 inches |
| 17% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,059 ft (323 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 224/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4390°N, 94.4223°W |
| County FIPS | 05113 |