Covington, Illinois
Covington: Township in Washington County, Illinois
About
Covington is a township located in the county of Washington in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 418 and a population density of 11 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 389 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Covington
| Population : | 389 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Illinois (United States) |
| County : | Washington County |
| Area : | 39.69 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,421 feet / 433 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 10:40:15 (17th April 2025) |
| Density : | 10 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -7.46% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Covington is located at 38°27'17"N 89°26'9"W (38.4547700, -89.4359200).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Covington decreased by 7.46% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 418 | - | census |
| 2011 | 414 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 416 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 411 | -1.22% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 406 | -1.23% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 401 | -1.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 400 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 395 | -1.27% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 396 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 394 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 389 | -1.29% | estimation process |
Schools in Covington
College & universities near Covington, IL
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146366 | Kaskaskia College | Centralia (IL) | 62801 |
| 147013 | McKendree University | Lebanon (IL) | 62254-1291 |
| 143215 | Southwestern Illinois College | Belleville (IL) | 62221-5899 |
| 417442 | Career Center of Southern Illinois | Red Bud (IL) | 62278 |
| 145372 | Greenville University | Greenville (IL) | 62246 |
Stations (10)
Amtrak & bus stations near Covington, IL
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEN | Centralia station | 108 East Broadway | RAIL |
| MVI | Mt. Vernon, IL | 102 Potomac Boulevard | BUS |
| DQN | Du Quoin | 20 North Chestnut St. | RAIL |
| STL | Gateway Transportation Center | 551 South 16th St. | RAIL |
| ALN | Alton | 3400 College Ave. | RAIL |
Post offices near Covington
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Addievill Post Office | Addieville (IL) | 62214 |
| Bartel Post Office | Bartelso (IL) | 62218 |
| Okawvill Post Office | Okawville (IL) | 62271 |
| Nashvill Post Office | Nashville (IL) | 62263 |
| Germantown Post Office | Germantown (IL) | 62245 |
Other places with the same name (14)
- Covington , Kentucky The county seat of Kenton County, Kentucky. It is located on the Ohio River in the northern part of the state. Covington is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Covington Historical Society and the Covington Museum. with a population of 40,314 people.
- Covington , Washington city in Washington, United States with a population of 21,581 people.
- Covington , Georgia city and the county seat of Newton County, Georgia, United States with a population of 14,386 people.
- Covington , Louisiana city in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana, United States with a population of 10,560 people.
- Covington , Tennessee city in Tipton County, Tennessee, United States with a population of 8,810 people.
- Covington , Virginia independent city in Virginia, United States with a population of 5,639 people.
- Covington , Ohio village in Miami County, Ohio with a population of 2,718 people.
- Covington , Indiana city in Fountain County, Indiana, United States with a population of 2,540 people.
- Covington , New York human settlement in Wyoming County, New York, United States of America with a population of 1,192 people.
- Covington , Pennsylvania township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania with a population of 1,011 people.
- Covington , Oklahoma human settlement in Garfield County, Oklahoma, United States of America with a population of 533 people.
- Covington , Michigan human settlement in Michigan, United States of America with a population of 432 people.
- Covington , Texas City in Hill County, Texas, United States with a population of 283 people.
Other cities in Washington County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Washington County , IL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Posen | 5,794 | Village in United States of America |
| Nashville | 2,984 | City in Illinois, United States |
| Okawville | 1,349 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Lively Grove | 654 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Irvington | 609 | Township in Washington County, Illinois |
| Beaucoup | 528 | Township in Washington County, Illinois |
| Plum Hill | 507 | Township in Washington County, Illinois |
| Ashley | 484 | City in Illinois |
| Johannisburg | 478 | Township in Washington County, Illinois |
| Hoyleton | 456 | Township in Washington County, Illinois |
| Richview | 236 | Township in Washington County, Illinois |
| Addieville | 236 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Radom | 209 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| New Minden | 204 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Oakdale | 201 | City in Washington County, Minnesota |
| Du Bois | 189 | Township in Washington County, Illinois |
