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Covington, MI

Michigan

Covington is a small town in Michigan with a population of 113. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
113 Population 32/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $38,019 per capita
40°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
86% lower than US avg

How Covington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population113
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$38,019
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$374M
Commute23 min

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking20.7%
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,619 ft (493 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+12.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute23 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries1

Is Covington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Covington receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Covington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Covington is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Covington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Covington has a population of 113 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

113
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Covington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Covington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Covington is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Covington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,019
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$55,390

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)211
County GDP$374M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare18
Retail28
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,520
1% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Covington, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 30.5% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Covington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits62.2%
Premature Death10,296/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access17.9%
Healthcare Facilities18
Covington has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.8 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.8 inches
19% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,619 ft (493 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates46.5386°N, 88.5456°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.8-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.4%

Winner: Republican by 29.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+12.1%
School Test Score5.23
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density32/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants21
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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