Covington, Washington Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Covington, Washington is 20,957 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 71st-largest city in Washington. The median household income is $126,730, the median home value is $590,100, and the median age is 37.4.
The population has grown 22.4% since 2010 (17,627 → 21,567).
20,957
Population
3533
People / sq mi
$126,730
Median Income
$590,100
Median Home Value
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Covington covers 5.9 sq mi of land at 3533 people per square mile.
About Covington, WA
The poverty rate is what most separates Covington from the typical city: 2.0% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 20,957 residents, Covington is a city in Washington.
Households take in a median $126,730, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Very few residents live in poverty — 2.0%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $590,100, with typical rent around $2,220.
35.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. About 16.1% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
Covington city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Covington city had a population of 17,627 in 2010 and 21,567 in 2024, a 22.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,567 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.46%.
21,567
Population (2024)
17,627
Population (2010)
21,567
Peak (2024)
1.46%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,627 |
| 2011 | 17,957 |
| 2012 | 18,342 |
| 2013 | 18,841 |
| 2014 | 19,133 |
| 2015 | 20,029 |
| 2016 | 20,733 |
| 2017 | 21,031 |
| 2018 | 21,121 |
| 2019 | 21,175 |
| 2020 | 20,862 |
| 2021 | 21,120 |
| 2022 | 21,300 |
| 2023 | 21,340 |
| 2024 | 21,567 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 62.2% |
| Black or African American | 6.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.3% |
Economy & Income
$126,730
Median Household Income
$53,508
Per Capita Income
2.0%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$590,100
Median Home Value
$2,220
Median Rent
79.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.1%
High School+
35.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.1%
Drive Alone
73.2%
Public Transit
16.1%
Work From Home
33.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
30.7%
Foreign Born
76.1%
Non-English at Home
6.9%
Veterans
12.5%
With Disability
94.1%
Health Insurance
97.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.4% |
| Manufacturing | 13.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.1% |
| Construction | 8.9% |
| Retail Trade | 6.9% |
| Information | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Covington, Washington has a population of 20,957 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 71st-largest city in Washington.
The median household income in Covington, Washington is $126,730, with 2.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Covington, Washington is $590,100, with median monthly rent at $2,220 and a homeownership rate of 79.1%.
The median age in Covington, Washington is 37.4 years. The population is 51.3% male and 48.7% female.
The population has grown 22.4% since 2010 (17,627 → 21,567).
Covington city, WA Climate
Covington city, WA has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F) and receives about 1177 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is December. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.3°C
Avg Temp
1177
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Dec
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 38° | 155 mm |
| February | 5° / 41° | 123 mm |
| March | 7° / 44° | 118 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 95 mm |
| May | 13° / 55° | 69 mm |
| June | 15° / 59° | 57 mm |
| July | 18° / 64° | 32 mm |
| August | 18° / 65° | 36 mm |
| September | 15° / 60° | 55 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 96 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 173 mm |
| December | 3° / 38° | 168 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 Covington city, WA
The most comfortable months to visit Covington city, WA are typically August, July and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 25°C high). The coldest is December (near 0°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.