This was 4 percent lower than the state average of 46.8 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 21,131.
93.3 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Covington for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 963 | 6.7 |
| Regular high school diploma | 3,015 | 21 |
| GED or alternative credential | 462 | 3.2 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 1,358 | 9.4 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 2,421 | 16.8 |
| Associate's degree | 1,990 | 13.8 |
| Bachelor's degree | 3,089 | 21.5 |
| Master's degree | 835 | 5.8 |
| Professional school degree | 176 | 1.2 |
| Doctorate degree | 70 | 0.5 |
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