Covington, LA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
11,568 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,809 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$292,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$620 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,132 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Tammany Parish
2
Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro Area
2
Louisiana
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Tammany Parish
3
Slidell-Mandeville-Covington Metro Area
3
Louisiana
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 53
Mar 5 0 59
Apr 5 0 66
May 5 0 73
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 6 0 81
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 4 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 4 0 58
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, LA State Senate District 11, LA State House District 77, LA
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Schools

Covington Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Pine View Middle School
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
William Pitcher Junior High School
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Delta College Inc
2 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

St Tammany Parish Hospital
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Avala
5 miles, S
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Airports

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