Covington

GA

Newton County, Georgia

Population 118K |Median income $77,179 |1 hospital

Population
118,152
Newton County
Median Income
$77,179
+14% vs avg
Median Home Value
$265,000
+16% vs avg
Median Age
36.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
118K+17%
Median Income
$77,179+53%
Median Home Value
$265,000+111%
Poverty Rate
12.3%-19%
Unemployment
6.6%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,439/mo
Poverty Rate
12.3% -13% vs avg
Unemployment 6.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 25%
Work From Home 12.3%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

African American 48%
White 39.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.8%
Asian 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
42.4%
Short Sleep Duration
40.7%
High Blood Pressure
40.4%
Physical Inactivity
30.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.3%
Current Smoking
14.8%
Diabetes
14.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.1%
Binge Drinking
14%
Lack of Health Insurance
13%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 57%
Annual Checkup 79.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.9%
Stroke
3.8%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
PIEDMONT NEWTON HOSPITAL
COVINGTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Covington Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Hazard Reduction Burn Underway in Wedding Bells State Forest Near Woolgoolga

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 7h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Covington, GA? ▼
Covington, GA has a population of 118,152 people, located in Newton County, Georgia.
What is the median household income in Covington? ▼
The median household income in Covington, GA is $77,179 per year. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
What is the median home value in Covington? ▼
The median home value in Covington, GA is $265,000. Median rent is $1,439/month.
What are the top health concerns in Covington? ▼
The top health indicators in Covington include Obesity (42.4%), Short Sleep Duration (40.7%), High Blood Pressure (40.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Covington? ▼
Covington has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Covington? ▼
The median age in Covington, GA is 36.8 years. 25% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Covington, GA is located in Newton County, Georgia. With a population of 118K and a median household income of $77,179, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Covington area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Newton County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.