Where is Covington Located? - Covington is a city located in the Kenton County of Kentucky, United States. Covington lies between 39.4015 Degrees North latitudes and 76.6019 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Covington Located?
Covington is a city located in the Kenton County of Kentucky, United States. Covington lies between 39.4015 Degrees North latitudes and 76.6019 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Covington city is 40961 people and the city has a total area of 13.2 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Covington, Kentucky Quick Facts
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City Covington County Kenton County State Kentucky State Capital Frankfort US Region Eastern United States Latitude 39.0837°N Longitude 84.5086°W Elevation 266 ft (81 m) Land Area 13.7 sq mi Water Area 0.2 sq mi Total Area 13.9 sq mi Population ~40,000 (2020 Census) Population Density ~2,900 per sq mi ZIP Codes 41011, 41014, 41015 Area Code 859 Time Zone (Standard) Eastern Standard Time (EST) UTC -5 Time Zone (DST) Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) UTC -4 Currency US Dollar (USD) FIPS Code 21-17830 Congressional District 4th District
Nearby Cities to Covington, Kentucky
Cincinnati, Ohio — 1 mi North
Newport, Kentucky — 2 mi East
Fort Mitchell, Kentucky — 5 mi South
Fort Wright, Kentucky — 3 mi South
Erlanger, Kentucky — 7 mi South
Independence, Kentucky — 12 mi South
Florence, Kentucky — 10 mi South
Hebron, Kentucky — 12 mi Southwest
Bellevue, Kentucky — 2 mi East
Dayton, Kentucky — 3 mi East
Covington, Kentucky Climate and Weather Overview
Month Avg High (°F) Avg Low (°F) Avg Rainfall (in)
January 39 24 3.1 April 64 43 3.9 July 87 68 4.2 October 67 47 3.0 Annual 64 45 44.5
Climate Attribute Value
Climate Classification (Köppen) Humid Subtropical (Cfa) Annual Rainfall ~44–46 inches Annual Snowfall ~15–20 inches Annual Sunshine Days ~180–200 days Tornado Risk Moderate
Driving Distances from Covington, Kentucky
City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
Cincinnati OH 1 5 min Newport KY 2 5 min Fort Wright KY 3 10 min Florence KY 10 15 min Erlanger KY 7 12 min Independence KY 12 18 min Hamilton OH 20 30 min Dayton OH 40 45 min Lexington KY 80 1 hr 20 min Louisville KY 90 1 hr 30 min
Transportation and Connectivity in Covington, Kentucky
Mode Details
Airport Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) Port Ohio River inland port access Major Highways I-71, I-75, I-471, US-25 Rail/Amtrak Amtrak service available in Cincinnati (nearby) Local Transit TANK (Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky)
I-75 — major north-south interstate connecting Covington with Lexington and Cincinnati metro corridor
I-71 — connects Covington area toward Louisville and Columbus
I-471 — direct connector into downtown Cincinnati through the Ohio River bridge system
Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Covington, Kentucky
Landmark Name Type
Roebling Suspension Bridge Historic Bridge MainStrasse Village Historic District Devou Park City Park Behringer-Crawford Museum Museum Covington Arts District Cultural District Mother of God Church Historic Church Goebel Park Public Park Ohio Riverfront Commons Trail Recreation Trail
Places to Visit in Covington, Kentucky
Landmark Name Type
MainStrasse Village Dining & Entertainment District Devou Park Overlook Scenic Viewpoint Roebling Suspension Bridge Walkway Historic Landmark Covington Riverfront Waterfront Area Downtown Covington Historic Area Historic District BB Riverboats (nearby Cincinnati Riverfront) River Cruise Newport on the Levee (nearby) Entertainment Complex Cincinnati Museum Center (nearby) Museum Complex
Colleges and Universities in Covington, Kentucky
Institution Name Type Level Notable For
Gateway Community & Technical College Public Community College Workforce training & transfer programs Northern Kentucky University (nearby Highland Heights) Public University Business, law & health programs Xavier University (nearby Cincinnati) Private University Jesuit education & liberal arts
Waterbodies in Covington, Kentucky
Ohio River, Banklick Creek, Licking River (confluence nearby), Riverside Waterfront, Taylor Creek
Golf Courses in Covington, Kentucky
Fort Mitchell Country Club, Devou Park Golf Course, California Golf Course (nearby Cincinnati), Hickory Sticks Golf Club (nearby)
Covington, Kentucky - Key Historical Facts
Covington was founded in 1815 and named after General Leonard Covington.
The city developed rapidly due to its location along the Ohio River trade route.
German immigrants significantly influenced its culture, architecture, and neighborhoods in the 19th century.
The Roebling Suspension Bridge, completed in 1866, linked Covington to Cincinnati and boosted growth.
Covington became an industrial and transportation hub during the late 1800s.
Today it is known for its historic districts, riverfront redevelopment, and arts scene.
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