About
Life in Covina
This is a working-class to middle-class suburban community where you're paying Los Angeles County prices but getting a slightly quieter feel than closer-in neighborhoods. The median household income around $99,000 positions most residents solidly in the middle, though housing will eat a significant portion of that—homes average $719,000 and rent tops $1,800 monthly. The commute matters here: plan on about 33 minutes to get where you're going, and while Metrolink runs through downtown, most people drive.
Covina at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
38.2 yrs
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Foreign-Born
24.0%
Broadband Internet
92.1%
of households
Population Growth
-3.6%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics24.0% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in Covina: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Covina, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (39.7%), and 34.5% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
21.0%
of residents
65 and Older
15.0%
of residents
Households with Kids
32.8%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
22.4%
of households
Married Couples
47.5%
of households
Avg Household Size
3.04
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent about average for CA
Rent, home values, and income in Covina
Rent and home values here are close to the CA average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
49.3%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
21.6%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
113.6
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$4,909
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
58.8%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1965
median year built
Vacant Homes
4.0%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $791,019 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for CA
Unemployment in Covina and typical pay across the metro area
Unemployment in Covina is close to the CA average.
Unemployment rate
City-level rate · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
City-level (BLS) · Annual averages
What Covina Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Median Salary by Occupation · metro area
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area
Commute31 min avg
How Covina residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Covina, most residents drive alone to work (71%), and 52% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 17 mi
Ontario International Airport (ONT)
Medium hub3.5M passengers boarded in 2025
- 31 mi
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Major hub36.5M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 13% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Covina runs 13% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
285
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
1,453.6
per 100,000 residents
Below average (1,552 national, 2025)
Covina Police Department
Natural DisastersHigh Wind most common — 21 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Very High
100.0 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Los Angeles County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Los Angeles County, which includes Covina, the most common type is high wind, with 21 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 21 | High Wind | $3,000 |
| 2024 | 27 | High Wind | $5,000 |
| 2023 | 21 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2022 | 7 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2021 | 5 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2020 | 4 | High Wind | None reported |
| 2019 | 2 | Wildfire | None reported |
| 2018 | 3 | Debris Flow | None reported |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
213 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Los Angeles County, county-wide
Covina is less than 1% of Los Angeles County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Air Quality74 median AQI — Moderate
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Los Angeles County, which includes Covina, is typically moderate — acceptable for most people, but can affect those unusually sensitive to air pollution.
Median AQI
74
Good Days
39
per year
Moderate Days
228
per year
Unhealthy Days
32
per year
Los Angeles County, county-wide
Covina is less than 1% of Los Angeles County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Climate89°F summers, 43°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Covina has warm summers (avg high 89°F) and mild winters (avg low 43°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
75°/50°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
89°/61°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
81°/54°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
67°/43°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
16.7"
Annual Snowfall
0.0"
Hot Days/Year
71
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
3
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
33
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 68°F | 43°F | 2.91" |
| Feb | 67°F | 45°F | 4.15" |
| Mar | 72°F | 47°F | 2.12" |
| Apr | 76°F | 50°F | 0.97" |
| May | 78°F | 54°F | 0.22" |
| Jun | 84°F | 57°F | 0.06" |
| Jul | 90°F | 62°F | 0.00" |
| Aug | 92°F | 63°F | 0.03" |
| Sep | 89°F | 60°F | 0.01" |
| Oct | 81°F | 54°F | 0.97" |
| Nov | 74°F | 47°F | 0.74" |
| Dec | 67°F | 42°F | 2.29" |
Healthcare2 hospitals, avg 1.0/5
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Covina
Covina has 2 hospitals, averaging 1.0 out of 5 on CMS's quality rating — below-average care.
Hospitals
2
within city limits
Uninsured
7.4%
of residents
Avg Hospital Rating
1.0 / 5
Emanate Health Inter-community Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available
Aurora Charter Oak
Psychiatric · ER available
Nearby hospitals · within 15 miles
San Dimas Community Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 2.8 mi away · San Dimas
Glendora Hospital
Psychiatric · 2.8 mi away · Glendora
Emanate Health Foothill Presbyterian Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · 3 mi away · Glendora
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education23.0:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Covina
Covina's student/teacher ratio is 23.0:1 (higher than the national average of 16:1), and 27.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
15
within city limits
Private Schools
4
within city limits
College Degree Rate
27.3%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
23.0:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near Covina (within 15 miles)
California State University-Fullerton
14.4 mi awayPublic · 4-year · 38,546 students · in-state tuition $7,952 · 80% graduate · median earnings $69,015 (10 yrs after entry)
Public · 2-year · 26,140 students · in-state tuition $1,364 · 35% graduate · median earnings $49,600 (10 yrs after entry)
Public · 2-year · 21,466 students · in-state tuition $1,180 · 33% graduate · median earnings $47,494 (10 yrs after entry)
Public · 2-year · 17,121 students · in-state tuition $1,150 · 28% graduate · median earnings $49,216 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 3,474 students · in-state tuition $50,904 · 69% graduate · median earnings $64,126 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 3,050 students · in-state tuition $49,550 · 65% graduate · median earnings $74,115 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail, 41 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Covina
Covina has 3 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail (41 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
National Historic Trail
41 mi awaySanta Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
51 mi awayCésar E. Chávez National Monument
National Monument
88 mi awayPublic Libraries in Covina
Covina Public Library
234 N. Second Ave., Covina
Cities Near Covina
The closest cities within 60 miles
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Covina FAQ
Is Covina, California affordable?⌄
Covina's median rent is $1,931/month, which is significantly above the national average. The median household income is $98,671/year. Median home value is $718,900.
Is Covina, California safe?⌄
Covina's violent crime rate was 285 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is below the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 1454 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Covina, California?⌄
Covina has an unemployment rate of 5.4%, which is slightly above the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Covina, California?⌄
The cost of living in Covina is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,931/month and median household income is $98,671/year. The median home value is $718,900. About 49% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Covina, California?⌄
The average commute in Covina is 31 minutes, which is longer than average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from