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Covington County, Mississippi
Covington County, Mississippi. Covington County had 17,898 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 2.4% since 2020, a steeper fall than Mississippi's (−0.2%). It holds 3 places (3 cities, villages and boroughs) and 5 census tracts. GEOID 28031.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
17,898
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 18,340 · ACS 2020-2024: 18,148
Median household income
$45,051
±$7,205 (90% margin)
Mississippi: $56,447
Median home value
$105,100
±$16,822 (90% margin)
Mississippi: $169,800
Median gross rent
$662
±$65 (90% margin)
Mississippi: $954
How many people live in Covington County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 18,340 residents in Covington County. The Census Bureau estimates 17,898 for July 1, 2025, down 2.4% since 2020, a steeper fall than Mississippi's (−0.2%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 18,148 over 414 square miles of land.
| Measure | Covington County | Mississippi | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 18,148 | 2,946,779 | −830 |
| Households | 7,323±260 | 1,145,431 | +564 |
| Average household size | 2.44±0.09 | 2.49 | −0.33 |
| Housing units | 8,397±18 | 1,341,114 | −293 |
Covington County's population since 2000
From 19,407 in 2000 to 17,898 in 2025: down 7.8%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Covington County?
Covington County holds 3 places: 3 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places). The largest is Collins with 2,232 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Collins | 2,342 | $37,944 |
|---|---|---|
| Mount OliveGEOID 2849520 | 895 | not published |
| SeminaryGEOID 2866400 | 305 | $58,056 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Covington County?
The median resident of Covington County is 37.3 years old; 24.3% are under 18 and 17.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 59.4%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 34.8%. 1.1% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Covington County | Mississippi | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37.3±1.5 | 38.6 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 24.3%±0.4 pts | 23.3% | – |
| 65 years and over | 17.6%±0.7 pts | 17.2% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.6% | 3.7% | +0.2 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 59.4%±0.4 pts | 55.2% | −1.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 34.8%±1.7 pts | 36.3% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.3 pts | 1.0% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.3%±0.4 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 2.5%±1.4 pts | 3.0% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.2 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.1%±0.5 pts | 2.4% | – |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 2.5%±0.8 pts | 4.3% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.2%±1.6 pts | 6.8% | – |
| With a disability | 17.9%±2.4 pts | 17.8% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 9.6%±2.1 pts | 11.0% | −4.2 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 83.0%±3.3 pts | 87.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 17.4%±3.0 pts | 25.1% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 5.7%±1.8 pts | 9.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.1%±1.3 pts | 2.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Covington County earn?
Half of Covington County's 7,323 households earn less than $45,051 a year (±$7,205), against $56,447 in Mississippi. In 2015-2019 it was $46,985 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Covington County | Mississippi | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $45,051±$7,205 | $56,447 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $68,677±$6,565 | $78,922 | – |
| Per capita income | $27,839±$2,334 | $31,549 | +$4,234 |
| People below the poverty line | 19.8%±4.4 pts | 18.9% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 23.0%±9.3 pts | 26.0% | −16.0 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 17.9%±4.6 pts | 13.5% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 71.1%±4.9 pts | 84.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Covington County?
Owners occupy 77.5% of Covington County's occupied homes and renters 22.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $105,100 by its owner (±$16,822). The median renter pays $662 a month including utilities, and 30.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Covington County | Mississippi | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $105,100±$16,822 | $169,800 | no clear change |
| Median gross rent | $662±$65 | $954 | −$115 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 30.7%±13.6 pts | 42.1% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,180±$66 | $1,394 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.5%±4.8 pts | 70.0% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 8,397±18 | 1,341,114 | −293 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.0%±0.8 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.0%±2.7 pts | 8.2% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 62.5%±4.0 pts | 69.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 32.0%±4.3 pts | 14.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.6%±1.0 pts | 1.7% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 4.0%±1.7 pts | 4.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Covington County building?
Builders took permits for 0 new housing units across Covington County in 2025 (0 single-family), 0.0 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Covington County get to work?
84.2% of Covington County's workers drive alone and 5.8% work from home. The average trip to work takes 23.8 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.5%.
| Measure | Covington County | Mississippi | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 53.2%±3.4 pts | 57.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.5%±1.7 pts | 5.8% | −4.7 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 84.2%±4.8 pts | 81.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 5.0%±2.8 pts | 9.2% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.6%±1.2 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Walked | 1.2%±1.3 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 5.8%±2.8 pts | 5.9% | – |
| Mean travel time to work | 23.8 min±1.9 | 25.6 min | −5.0 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Covington County's census tracts?
Covington County is divided into 5 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $37,825 (Tract 9502) to $74,821 (Tract 9504.02).
| Tract 950128031950100 | 4,364±717 | $43,782 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 950228031950200 | 2,195±345 | $37,825 |
| Tract 950328031950300 | 4,248±649 | $49,827 |
| Tract 9504.0128031950401 | 3,972±709 | $40,570 |
| Tract 9504.0228031950402 | 3,369±396 | $74,821 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Covington County compare with Mississippi's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 50th of 82 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 48th of 82 |
| Residents per square mile | 40th of 82 |
| Median household income | 55th of 82 |
| Median home value | 58th of 82 |
| Median gross rent | 69th of 81 |
| Poverty rate | 46th of 82 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 47th of 82 |
| Median age | 68th of 82 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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