Average Rent in Covington, KY
What is the average rent in Covington, KY?
The average listed apartment rent in Covington, KY is $2,518 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 11 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
1 apartment buildings, 11 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Covington, KYAvg Rent
$2,518/mo
median $2,325
market average
Cheapest
$1,695/mo
Madison Place Apartments
Properties
1
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Units
11
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Covington, KY Rent Prices
All 1 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Madison Place Apartments 50 W Rivercenter Blvd, Covington, KY 41011, USA | $1,695 | $2,518 | $2.25/ft² | 4.8 (47) | 11 |
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Covington, KY Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Covington, KY is $2,518 per month, based on 11 units across 1 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,695 at Madison Place Apartments to $3,655 at Madison Place Apartments.
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Market Context
Who rents in Covington, KY, and what they pay
Tracked tracked rent in Covington, KY averages $2,518/mo . At the local median household income of $58,814, that works out to 51% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Covington, KY at $949/mo. The current tracked market average runs 165% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Covington, KY while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Covington, KY?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$101,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,518/mo.
Comfortable income
$121,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,695/mo), you need to earn at least $68,000/year.
Median household income in Covington, KY is $58,814 , about 51% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Covington, KY
Overall prices in Covington, KY runs below the national average by about 6% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 94.2, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Covington, KY's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,518 |
| Utilities | $360 |
| Groceries | $510 |
| Transportation | $859 |
| Healthcare | $419 |
| Other goods and services | $671 |
| Estimated total | $5,337/mo |
Population
40,902
Median household income
$58,814
Census median rent
$949/mo
Census rent burden
29.8%
Median age
37.6
Mean commute
23 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Kentucky
How Covington, KY rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Covington, KY | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington, KY | $1,615 | -36% | -2.5% | 19 |
| Louisville, KY | $1,321 | -48% | +1.1% | 16 |
| Bowling Green, KY | $1,241 | -51% | +9.1% | 13 |
| Owensboro, KY | $1,023 | -59% | -2.7% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Covington, KY?
The average listed apartment rent in Covington, KY is $2,518 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 11 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Covington, KY?
The median asking rent in Covington, KY is $2,325 per month, computed from 11 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,518/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Covington, KY?
The lowest available rent in Covington, KY starts at $1,695 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
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