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Covington, IN


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Covington, Indiana

Covington, Indiana, in Fountain county, is 33 miles SW of Lafayette, Indiana (center to center) and 70 miles W of Indianapolis, Indiana. The city contains a population of approximately 2,565.

The People and Families of Covington

In Covington, about 58% of adults are married.

Covington boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Covington had a median family income of $48,792. In Covington, there is a large number of singles who make a good living.

Political Inclinations

Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in Covington.

Covington Housing

Covington has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 75% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Covington, 93% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Covington strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Indiana):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Covington Well-Paid Single Women

Comparative Profile of Covington, IN

Comparing Covington to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Indiana (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Age of the Population910
Well-Paid Single Women99
Senior Citizens910
Well-Paid Single Men88
Female Share of the Population79
Male Share of the Population43
Racial Diversity34
Children Under 5 Years Old21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married66
Average Household Size21

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better88
Median Family Income88
People Above Poverty87
College Educated Adults68

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times88
Working at Home67
Walking and Biking to Work65
Public Transportation Use55

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone77
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals76
Affordability of Property Taxes65
Seasonal and Vacation Housing68
Affordability of Rents67
Housing Recently Built45
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