Covington, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Tipton County County
Covington, TN
At a Glance
How Covington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Covington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Covington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Covington residents earn a median household income of $43,512 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,808. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 962 business establishments, including 83 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Covington is $163,900 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $209,520. Median rent is $910/month, with 30.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Covington reports 1,054 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 177% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,624/100K.
Education
13.2% of adults in Covington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Covington has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches.