Covington, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Covington, Texas had a total population of 274, the 1477th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $43,977, which is 44% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 44% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
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 | 294 | 274 | -6.8% |
| Median home value | $155,400 | $132,500 | -14.7% |
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: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Covington Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Hill County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsboro | 8,506 | $56,083 | 20.0% | $157,900 |
| Itasca | 2,073 | $77,227 | 6.8% | $114,800 |
| Whitney | 2,050 | $48,571 | 23.9% | $108,900 |
| Hubbard | 1,327 | $50,859 | 15.4% | $134,900 |
| Abbott | 470 | $103,214 | 0.9% | $173,600 |
| Mount Calm | 439 | $49,934 | 14.8% | $111,700 |
| Blum | 336 | $53,750 | 30.4% | $68,500 |
| Carl's Corner | 298 | $81,250 | 13.1% | $93,800 |
| Malone | 280 | $31,083 | 48.2% | $117,600 |
| Bynum | 236 | $83,750 | 5.5% | $108,300 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marietta | 277 | N/A | $155,400 | 7.3% | 71.1% |
| Bluetown | 271 | N/A | $59,400 | 17.5% | 62.7% |
| Lueders | 271 | N/A | $33,500 | 4.5% | 19.9% |
| Bruni | 278 | N/A | $137,500 | 21.8% | 11.2% |
| Washburn | 278 | N/A | $139,300 | 20.0% | 10.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 274, 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 Texas, within Hill County. The total population is 274. It ranks as the 1477th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Covington is 42.9 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 35.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Covington is $43,977. This is 44% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 46% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.9%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $132,500. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 87.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Covington is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (76.6% vs 39.1%). The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
18.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Covington, Texas 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 Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. 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, Texas?
Covington, Texas has a population of 274 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Covington, TX?
The median household income in Covington is $43,977, which is 46% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Covington, TX?
The poverty rate in Covington is 15.9%. This means approximately 41 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Covington, Texas?
Covington's population is 76.6% White, 0.4% Black, 20.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Covington, TX?
The median home value in Covington is $132,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Covington, Texas?
18.6% of adults (25+) in Covington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.