Covina, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Covina, California is 50,143 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 188th-largest city in California. The median household income is $94,792, the median home value is $666,000, and the median age is 38.2.
The population has grown 3.1% since 2010 (47,785 → 49,245).
50,143
Population
7128
People / sq mi
$94,792
Median Income
$666,000
Median Home Value
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Covina covers 7.0 sq mi of land at 7128 people per square mile.
About Covina, CA
What distinguishes Covina is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 7,128 people per square mile. Covina is a city in California with a population of 50,143.
The typical household here earns about $94,792, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.4%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $666,000, with typical rent around $1,839.
Roughly 27.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 11.2% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Covina: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Covina city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Covina city had a population of 47,785 in 2010 and 49,245 in 2024, a 3.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 51,168 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.24%.
49,245
Population (2024)
47,785
Population (2010)
51,168
Peak (2020)
0.24%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 47,785 |
| 2011 | 47,963 |
| 2012 | 48,211 |
| 2013 | 48,350 |
| 2014 | 48,538 |
| 2015 | 48,569 |
| 2016 | 48,393 |
| 2017 | 48,178 |
| 2018 | 47,820 |
| 2019 | 47,450 |
| 2020 | 51,168 |
| 2021 | 50,196 |
| 2022 | 49,469 |
| 2023 | 49,177 |
| 2024 | 49,245 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 36.5% |
| Black or African American | 3.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$94,792
Median Household Income
$38,840
Per Capita Income
6.4%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$666,000
Median Home Value
$1,839
Median Rent
57.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.0%
High School+
27.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.2%
Drive Alone
72.4%
Public Transit
11.2%
Work From Home
33.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
9.4%
Foreign Born
52.4%
Non-English at Home
4.4%
Veterans
12.6%
With Disability
92.6%
Health Insurance
95.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.5% |
| Manufacturing | 8.2% |
| Retail Trade | 7.6% |
| Construction | 6.7% |
| Public Administration | 4.9% |
| Information | 4.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Covina, California has a population of 50,143 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 188th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Covina, California is $94,792, with 6.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Covina, California is $666,000, with median monthly rent at $1,839 and a homeownership rate of 57.3%.
The median age in Covina, California is 38.2 years. The population is 50.8% male and 49.2% female.
The population has grown 3.1% since 2010 (47,785 → 49,245).
Covina city, CA Climate
Covina city, CA has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F) and receives about 416 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.1°C
Avg Temp
416
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 55° | 86 mm |
| February | 14° / 57° | 90 mm |
| March | 14° / 58° | 78 mm |
| April | 17° / 62° | 28 mm |
| May | 19° / 65° | 6 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 2 mm |
| July | 24° / 76° | 1 mm |
| August | 25° / 76° | 3 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 8 mm |
| October | 20° / 68° | 12 mm |
| November | 16° / 60° | 46 mm |
| December | 13° / 55° | 56 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Covina city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Covina city, CA are typically June, October and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 33°C high). The coldest is December (near 6°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.