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Welcome to Covington

It is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 5,961, making it the third-least populous city in Virginia. It is surrounded by Alleghany County, of which it is also the county seat. Located at the confluence of Jackson River and Dunlap Creek, Covington is one of three cities in the Roanoke Regional Partnership. The Bureau of Economic Analysis combines the city of Covington with Alleghany County for statistical purposes. The city has a council–manager government. The current mayor of Covington is Thomas H. Sibold Jr. The local newspaper is The Virginian Review, which has been continuously published since August 10, 1914. Covington is served by two radio stations. WKEY simulcasts on 103.5 FM and 1340 AM, and WJVR broadcasts on 101.9 FM with a simulcast on 1230 AM in nearby Clifton Forge. Fire protection is provided by the Covington Fire Department, which was chartered on March 4, 1902.

Overview for Covington, VA

5,671 people live in Covington, where the median age is 41.5 and the average individual income is $24,067. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

5,671

Total Population

41.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$24,067

Average individual Income

Around Covington, VA

There's plenty to do around Covington, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

37

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

11

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Mountain Momma's Kitchen, Stop In Food Stores, and Miyako Hibachi & Sushi Bar.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Mountain Momma's Kitchen page on Yelp	Dining	0.01 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Stop In Food Stores page on Yelp Search 229 E Madison St on Google Maps	Dining	0.12 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Miyako Hibachi & Sushi Bar page on Yelp Search 1134 S Highland Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.16 miles	8 reviews	2.6/5 stars
Visit the Michael's New York Style Pizza page on Yelp Search 1128 S Highland Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.18 miles	34 reviews	4.2/5 stars
Visit the Subway page on Yelp Search 1117 S Craig Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.22 miles	5 reviews	2.8/5 stars
Visit the Hardee's page on Yelp Search 1122 S Alleghany Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.22 miles	9 reviews	2.3/5 stars
Visit the Yamato page on Yelp Search 1310 S Craig Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.25 miles	6 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Wendy's page on Yelp Search 1310 S Craig St on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.25 miles	12 reviews	2.1/5 stars
Visit the Dollar General page on Yelp Search 1264 S CRAIG AVE on Google Maps	Dining	0.29 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Food Lion page on Yelp Search 920 S Craig St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.3 miles	6 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Arby's page on Yelp Search 1410 S Durant Rd on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.3 miles	5 reviews	3.4/5 stars
Visit the Valero Mart page on Yelp Search 917 S Monroe Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.37 miles	1 review	4/5 stars
Visit the KFC page on Yelp Search 810 S Craig Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.38 miles	10 reviews	1.8/5 stars
Visit the Luca's Pizza page on Yelp Search 819 S Monroe Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.42 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Cucci Pizzeria page on Yelp Search 566 E Madison St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.48 miles	95 reviews	4.4/5 stars
Visit the Virginia ABC Store page on Yelp Search 339 Thacker Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.64 miles	1 review	4/5 stars
Visit the China House page on Yelp Search 335 Thacker Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.65 miles	27 reviews	3.3/5 stars
Visit the Cosmic Crystal page on Yelp	Shopping	0.01 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Serenity Spa & Boutique page on Yelp	Beauty	0.01 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Color Crave Hair Fixx page on Yelp Search 1433 S Howard Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.34 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Covington, VA

Population Households Employment

Covington has 2,493 households, with an average household size of 2.24. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Covington do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 5,671 people call Covington home. The population density is 1,037 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

5,671

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.5 years

Median Age

47 / 53%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

2,493

Total Households

2.24

Average Household Size

$24,067

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

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Covington

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Welcome to Covington

Overview for Covington, VA

5,671

41.5 years

High

$24,067

Around Covington, VA

37

Car-Dependent

11

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Covington, VA

5,671

High

41.5 years

47 / 53%

2,493

2.24

$24,067

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Covington

Property Listings

Welcome to Covington

Overview for Covington, VA

5,671

41.5 years

High

$24,067

Around Covington, VA

37

Car-Dependent

11

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Covington, VA

5,671

High

41.5 years

47 / 53%

2,493

2.24

$24,067

Schools in Covington, VA

Explore Other Neighborhoods

Afton

Alberta

Alexandria

Amelia

Let’s Start a Conversation

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