How much does it cost to rent in Covington, LA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Covington, LA is $1,552. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Covington cheaper than other Louisiana cities?

Covington falls in the middle range for Louisiana, ranking #17 out of 46 cities at $1,552/mo.

When was Covington rent data last updated?

Covington rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Covington

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Pop. 11,658·17th most expensive in Louisiana·Covington rents are up 5.0% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,552/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.0%

Month-over-Month

+3.8%

vs US Median

-$413

Rising (Monthly)

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Covington · $1,552

More affordable than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

63/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Covington's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,552/mo

Expected by trend

$1,656/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Covington's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,220

1 BR

$1,400

2 BR

$1,680

3 BR

$2,150

4 BR+

$2,520

Research median

$1,680/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$18,624/yr

At $1,552/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 5.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.0% YoY, +3.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Covington, LA is majority owner-occupied, 39.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

11,658

Median income

$75,851

Median age

Renters

30.3%

Age distribution

23.5%

20.7%

25.7%

18.7%

Under 1823.5%

18–3420.7%

35–5425.7%

55–6411.4%

65+18.7%

Gender

52.6%

47.4%

Male52.6%

Female47.4%

Race & ethnicity

73.6%

16.9%

White73.6%

Black16.9%

Hispanic5.7%

Asian0.5%

Other3.1%

Education (25+)

21.3%

30.8%

39.4%

No HS diploma8.5%

HS diploma21.3%

Some college30.8%

Bachelor's+39.4%

Housing tenure

69.7%

30.3%

Owner69.7%

Renter30.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Covington, LA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,191 → $1,552

up 30.3%

Income

$70,511 → $75,851

up 7.6%

Population

11,155 → 11,658

up 4.5%

Renter share

31% → 30.3%

-0.7 pts

Bachelor's+

38.6% → 39.4%

+0.8 pts

Median age

38.1 → 39

+0.9 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Covington, LA has climbed from $1,191 to $1,552, a 30.3% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Covington, LA now reports about $75,851, up from $70,511 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 4.5% since 2021, moving from about 11,155 residents to roughly 11,658. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Covington, LA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Covington on your salary?

At $1,552/mo, how Covington rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $82,198/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $58,360/yr · Rent = 31.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $67,225/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $120,156/yr · Rent = 15.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $153,529/yr · Rent = 12.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,645/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,338/yr · Rent = 37.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $60,813/yr · Rent = 30.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Covington rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Covington. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Covington, LA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Covington is $1,552/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,220/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,680/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,400/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,150/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($75,851/yr), Covington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Covington an affordable city for renters?

Covington is considered affordable for renters. At $1,552/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($75,851/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Covington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Covington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $62,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,552/mo in Covington. The local median household income is $75,851/yr, meaning the typical Covington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Covington?

Rent in Covington has increased 5.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Covington rent compare to other cities in Louisiana?

Covington is middle-of-the-pack for Louisiana for rent, ranking #17 out of 46 tracked cities at $1,552/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Covington?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Covington ($1,552/mo): Hammond ($1,295/mo), Slidell ($1,462/mo).

What percentage of Covington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.3% of Covington households are renters, while 69.7% are owner-occupied. Covington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Covington rent compare to the national average?

Covington's median rent of $1,552/mo is $413 (21%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Louisiana, it ranks #17 out of 46 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,552/mo, rent takes ~25% of Covington's median household income ($75,851/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Covington 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1.85–4.25%

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