Covington Kentucky Map

About Covington, Kentucky

Covington is a locality in Kenton County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of 41,110. The population density is 1199.6 people per km². Covington is located at 39.0837°N, 84.5086°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 41011.

Covington rests at the confluence of the Ohio and Licking Rivers, a place where the humid air of the Midwest often carries the scent of damp earth and distant industry. It lies 1.4 miles south-south-east of Cincinnati, OH (from Cincinnati, OH: bearing 165°T), and is situated 9.0 miles south-east of Green Township Hamilton County. Its rolling terrain, sculpted by eons of water and wind, offers a patchwork of urban neighborhoods and surprising pockets of green. The city’s architecture tells a story of layered growth, from the sturdy brick of its historic districts to the more modern lines that reach towards the Kentucky sky. Here, the river's presence is a constant hum, a wide, brown artery that shapes the land and the lives lived upon it, especially in the soft, hazy light of late afternoon when the water seems to hold the day's last warmth. This Kentucky riverfront city boasts a rich heritage, tracing its roots back to the early days of American expansion and westward movement. Covington’s economy, once heavily reliant on river trade and manufacturing, has diversified over the years, embracing a blend of small businesses, service industries, and a growing arts scene. Its distinctive character is amplified by its proximity to Cincinnati, with which it shares a dynamic, interwoven relationship, yet Covington maintains its own unique identity. Historic architecture, like the impressive Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption, stands as a silent witness to generations of residents, their dreams and labors contributing to the enduring spirit of this river-kissed corner of Kentucky.

About This Covington Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Covington, Kentucky — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.083671, -84.508554. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Covington and Kenton County.

Detailed location data for Covington includes the ZIP code (41011), telephone area code (859), county seat of Kenton County (Covington), and school district assignment (Kenton County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Covington is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.