Tennessee · Metropolitan Area
Covington is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 8,612. Residents earn $43,512 per year, which is 42% below the national average.
Based on current data, Covington receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Covington has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Covington is $43,512, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Covington is $163,900, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,898 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,887 per 100,000, 251% above the national average.
13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Covington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,512 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,808 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $967 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,819 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.4% |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 962 |
| County GDP | $1,763M |
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Healthcare | 78 |
| Retail | 145 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,464 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.50% |
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |
| Census Median | $163,900 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $201,448 |
| Median List Price | $209,900 |
| Median List Price | $209,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $88 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.9% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 27 |
| Census Median Rent | $910 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,464 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.50% |
| Obesity | 49.5% |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.6% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 9.3% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.4% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,118/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Total Violent | 1,898.5/100K |
| 400% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 165.6/100K |
| Assault | 1,732.9/100K |
| Total Property | 6,887.4/100K |
| 251% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,501.1/100K |
| Theft | 5,077.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 309.1/100K |
| Arson | 33.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.8 inches |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 293 ft (89 m) |
| Area | 11.4 sq mi (29.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 753/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5659°N, 89.6485°W |
| County FIPS | 47167 |
Winner: Republican by 52.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.2% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 753/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 78 |
| Restaurants | 83 |
| Retail Stores | 145 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |