Covington County's 2026 population is estimated at 37,522, reflecting a -0.3% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Covington County is the 31st largest county in Alabama. The 2010 population was 37,810 and has grown -0.76% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.3 years
Female: 44.6 years
Male: 41.7 years
There are 29,282 adults, (8,355 of whom are seniors) in Covington County.
Female: 19,477 (51.8%)
Male: 18,151 (48.2%)
The racial composition of Covington County includes 82.93% White, 11.95% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 31,206 | 82.93% |
| Black or African American | 4,497 | 11.95% |
| Two or more races | 1,371 | 3.64% |
| Other race | 264 | 0.7% |
| Asian | 173 | 0.46% |
| Native American | 117 | 0.31% |
Covington County 's average per capita income is $39,993. Household income levels show a median of $52,456. The poverty rate stands at 19.19%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $82,426 | - |
| Families | $70,102 | $86,885 |
| Households | $52,456 | $74,062 |
| Non Families | $26,966 | $45,192 |
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