Covington

KY

Kenton County, Kentucky

Population 171K |Median income $80,548 |2 hospitals

Population
171,288
Kenton County
Median Income
$80,548
+18% vs avg
Median Home Value
$244,400
+7% vs avg
Median Age
37.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
171K+7%
Median Income
$80,548+48%
Median Home Value
$244,400+69%
Poverty Rate
11.8%-14%
Unemployment
4.3%-52%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,069/mo
Poverty Rate
11.8% -17% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 37.4%
Work From Home 14.1%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 86.1%
African American 3.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.9%
Asian 1.2%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 64.8%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
ST ELIZABETH EDGEWOOD
EDGEWOOD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Covington Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Elliott, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin, and Morgan Counties

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern Kentucky Counties Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern and East Central Kentucky

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Pulaski and Rockcastle Counties in Kentucky

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Covington, KY? ▼
Covington, KY has a population of 171,288 people, located in Kenton County, Kentucky.
What is the median household income in Covington? ▼
The median household income in Covington, KY is $80,548 per year. The poverty rate is 11.8%.
What is the median home value in Covington? ▼
The median home value in Covington, KY is $244,400. Median rent is $1,069/month.
What are the top health concerns in Covington? ▼
The top health indicators in Covington include Short Sleep Duration (37.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Covington? ▼
Covington has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Covington? ▼
The median age in Covington, KY is 37.7 years. 37.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Covington, KY is located in Kenton County, Kentucky. With a population of 171K and a median household income of $80,548, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 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 (Kenton 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.