Covington, LA
Updated April 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$305K
Median Price
7/100
Walk Score
8.1/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Covington has decent school ratings and a moderate median home price, but its walkability is awful and public transit is practically nonexistent. If you’re okay with owning a car and don’t mind a quieter, less connected suburban feel, it could work, but it’s not ideal for a young professional or someone who values convenience.
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The Good
- ✓Strong school performance (avg rating 8.1), Affordable median home value ($305k) relative to median income, Low flood risk (Zone X), Reasonably priced rental market ($1,336/month)
Real Talk
- !Walk score 7 means almost every errand requires a car; Public transit options are virtually nil; Median household income ($76k) is only slightly higher than the median rent, leaving little room for discretionary spending; Crime data is missing, so you don’t know if the area is safer than neighboring suburbs.
- $Car ownership (insurance, gas, maintenance), Higher utility bills due to humidity and heat, Potential property taxes that can exceed the median income in this region
Best For
Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Covington, LA
Safety grade
5% higher than the national average
2% higher than the national average
Verify with real-time data
Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.
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