Covington Population 2026
Covington has a population of 40,997, making it the #1083 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kentucky. It is about 215× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,997
Rank in United States
#1083
Coordinates
39.08°N, 84.51°W
~155 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
646 km
401 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kentucky
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville | 624,444 | #29 |
| Lexington | 320,347 | #58 |
| Lexington-Fayette | 314,488 | #61 |
| Meads | 288,649 | #69 |
| Bowling Green | 63,616 | #628 |
| Owensboro | 59,042 | #703 |
| Richmond | 33,533 | #1369 |
| Georgetown | 32,356 | #1431 |
Cities near Covington
- Newport15,354 people · ~1 km away
- Cincinnati311,097 people · ~5 km away
- Fort Thomas16,398 people · ~5 km away
- Norwood19,915 people · ~9 km away
- Erlanger18,797 people · ~11 km away
- Florence32,227 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Covington?
Covington has a population of 40,997 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1083 biggest city in United States.
What state is Covington in?
Covington is located in Kentucky, United States.
Is Covington the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 646 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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