Covington, Georgia
Covington: city and the county seat of Newton County, Georgia, United States
About
Covington is a city located in the county of Newton in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 13,118 and a population density of 316 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 14,386 inhabitants.
The city was created 204 years ago in 1821.
Quick Facts about Covington
| Population | 14,386 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Georgia (United States) |
| County | Newton County |
| Postal code | 30014–30016 |
| Area | 41.5 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.5968,-83.8602 |
| Altitude | 741 feet / 226 meters |
| Capital city | Covington is capital of Newton County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1822 (204 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 00:09:55 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 347 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 8.81% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 86℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Covington is located at 33°35'48"N 83°51'37"W (33.5967800, -83.8601800).
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Official website of Covington
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Covington increased by 8.81% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,118 | - | census |
| 2011 | 13,199 | 0.61% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 13,270 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 13,352 | 0.61% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 13,589 | 1.74% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 13,776 | 1.36% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 13,838 | 0.45% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 14,021 | 1.31% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 14,010 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 14,206 | 1.38% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 14,386 | 1.25% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Covington
1City of Covington Hall
2194 Emory St NW, Covington, GA 30014 View details
Phone: +17703852000 | Website available
People born in Covington (25)
People born in Covington, including crime writer Karin Slaughter, Confederate Army general George T. Anderson, blues musician Curley Weaver, .
More notable people
- George Adams (musician) he was born in 29/04/1940
- Leonidas F. Livingston (American politician (1832-1912)) he was born in 03/04/1832
- Mike Benton (American basketball player) he was born in 08/04/1980
- Collin McHugh (American professional baseball pitcher) he was born in 19/06/1987
- Dale Carter (All-American college football player, professional football player, defensive back, cornerback) he was born in 28/11/1969
- Donald Corley (American writer) he was born in 08/06/1886
- Dudley Williams (American physicist) he was born in 12/04/1912
- Ellia English (American actress) she was born in 26/03/1960
- Jake Reed (American football player) he was born in 28/09/1967
- James P. Simms (Confederate States Army brigadier general) he was born in 16/01/1837
- Steadman Vincent Sanford (American academic and administrator) he was born in 24/08/1871
- Luke Allen (American baseball player) he was born in 04/08/1978
- Akeem Hunt (American football player) he was born in 22/02/1993
- Lizzie Wilkerson (American artist) she was born in 01/01/1895
- Sheldon Rankins (American-football player (1994-)) he was born in 02/04/1994
- Stephen Croone (American basketball player (1994-)) he was born in 19/07/1994
- David Grier Martin he was born in 11/11/1910
- Ruby Hightower (mathematician) she was born in 01/01/1880
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Covington, GA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 487092 | Emory University-Oxford College | Oxford (GA) | 30054 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Covington, GA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATL | Peachtree Station | 1688 Peachtree Street, NW | RAIL |
| GNS | Gainesville | 116 Industrial Boulevard | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Covington.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Covington Post Office | Covington (GA) | 30014 |
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- 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, Illinois township in Washington County, Illinois with a population of 389 people.
- Covington, Texas City in Hill County, Texas, United States with a population of 283 people.
Other cities in Newton County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Newton County , GA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford | 2,337 | City in Newton County, Georgia, United States |
| Porterdale | 1,475 | City in Newton County, Georgia, United States of America |
| Newborn | 791 | Town in Newton County, Georgia, United States |
| Mansfield | 447 | Human settlement in Newton County, Georgia, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Covington distances to largest Georgia cities