Covington, Oklahoma Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Covington, Oklahoma had a total population of 297, the 468th largest town in Oklahoma, with a median household income of $86,964, which is 34% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Oklahoma.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x.
Covington Quick Facts
How Covington Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 341 | 297 | -12.9% |
| Median household income | $74,500 | $86,964 | +16.7% |
| Median home value | $85,500 | $85,600 | +0.1% |
How Covington Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 58 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Covington Rankings in Oklahoma
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Other Cities in Garfield County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enid | 50,653 | $62,125 | 13.7% | $154,900 |
| North Enid | 1,136 | $79,554 | 4.0% | $183,200 |
| Waukomis | 1,076 | $61,339 | 18.4% | $149,000 |
| Garber | 708 | $67,625 | 17.6% | $69,400 |
| Lahoma | 485 | $74,464 | 13.9% | $94,600 |
| Drummond | 397 | $127,321 | 3.0% | N/A |
| Kremlin | 267 | $79,167 | 3.4% | $155,100 |
| Breckenridge | 239 | $64,688 | 7.1% | $143,800 |
| Fairmont | 158 | $76,250 | 10.1% | N/A |
| Hunter | 139 | $81,500 | 8.2% | $94,200 |
Cities Similar to Covington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short | 299 | N/A | $113,700 | 8.9% | 57.2% |
| Old Green | 301 | N/A | $169,500 | 8.8% | 11.6% |
| Tenkiller | 285 | N/A | $152,500 | 16.6% | 39.6% |
| Arpelar | 312 | $87,750 | $124,000 | 12.0% | 17.6% |
| Chance | 315 | N/A | $156,300 | 7.3% | 3.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 297, Covington's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Covington is a small community located in Oklahoma, within Garfield County. The total population is 297. It ranks as the 468th most populous out of 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma.
Age Demographics
The median age in Covington is 37.1 years. This is about the same as the state median of 37.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Covington is $86,964. This is 34% higher than the state median of $65,039. It is also 8% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.7%. This is 63% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 5.0%. The median home value is $85,600. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $199,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Covington is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 65.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Covington has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.7%. The Black or African American population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 6.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.7%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
12.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 28.3%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Covington, Oklahoma is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Oklahoma state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 834 Census-designated places in Oklahoma. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Covington, Oklahoma?
Covington, Oklahoma has a population of 297 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Covington, OK?
The median household income in Covington is $86,964, which is 8% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Covington, OK?
The poverty rate in Covington is 5.7%. This means approximately 17 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Covington, Oklahoma?
Covington's population is 85.2% White, 1.7% Black, 3.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Covington, OK?
The median home value in Covington is $85,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.
How educated is Covington, Oklahoma?
12.1% of adults (25+) in Covington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.