Covington is an independent city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 5,737, making it the second-least populous city in Virginia. It is surrounded by Alleghany County, of which it is also the county seat. Located at the confluence of Jackson River and Dunlap Creek, Covington is one of three cities in the Roanoke Regional Partnership. The Bureau of Economic Analysis combines the city of Covington with Alleghany county for statistical purposes.
Southeast
Covington
Alleghany County, VA
Population
5,722
Walk Score
63 · Somewhat Walkable
Median rent
$718
Median home value
$80,100
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On the National Register
Historic districts
- Luke Mountain Historic District · listed 1998
- Rosedale Historic District
- Rosedale Historic District · listed 1998
- Covington Historic District · listed 1991
Notable landmarks
- Fudge House · listed 1993
- Persinger House · listed 1982
- Rivermont School · listed 2022
- Covington High School · listed 2008
- First Baptist Church of Covington, Virginia · listed 2002
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