US ZIP Code
41016

Covington, KY

Kenton County  ·  Kentucky

● Active
👥 5,794 Population
💰 $61,748 Median HH Income
▼ 19% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019
🎂 37.9 Median Age
🏠 $151,300 Median Home Value
▼ 46% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019
🎓 38.2% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 4.6% Unemployment
≈ Avg ↑ 33% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code41016
CityCovington
StateKentucky (KY)
CountyKenton County
Area Code859
Elevation549 ft
Latitude39.088749
Longitude-84.548476
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS21117
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 47.7% (2,761) Female 52.4% (3,033) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 79.4%Hispanic: 8.5%Black: 2.5%Other: 9.6%Race
White79.4%
Hispanic8.5%
Black2.5%
Other9.6%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
19%
18–24
6%
25–44
33%
45–64
22%
65+
5%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.9 yrs
Avg Household Size2.21
Below Poverty20.5% ▲ 105% above avg
College Grads38.2% ≈ Avg
Unemployment4.6% ≈ Avg
No HS Diploma41 (1.1%)
HS Graduate1,103 (29.7%)
Some College670 (18.1%)
Associates478 (12.9%)
Bachelors295 (8%)
Graduate Degree1,122 (30.3%)

Education

No HS: 1.1%HS Grad: 29.7%Some College: 18.1%Associates: 12.9%Bachelors: 8%Graduate: 30.3%Edu
No HS1.1%
HS Grad29.7%
Some College18.1%
Associates12.9%
Bachelors8.0%
Graduate30.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 70.6%Renter: 29.4%Tenure
Owner70.6%
Renter29.4%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
2%
$50k–100k
10%
$100k–150k
37%
$150k–200k
17%
$200k–300k
22%
$300k–500k
9%
Over $500k
2%

Financials

Median HH Income$61,748 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019
Median Home Value$151,300 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,034/mo ↑ 28% since 2019
Total Units2,958
Vacant Units356
Avg HH Size2.21

Income Distribution

Under $25k
25%
$25k–50k
14%
$50k–75k
22%
$75k–100k
10%
$100k–150k
19%
$150k–200k
6%
Over $200k
3%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
80%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
6%
Work From Home
13%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
26%
15–30 min
53%
30–45 min
16%
Over 45 min
6%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
5%
1940s–1950s
10%
1960s–1970s
1%
1980s–1990s
12%
2000+
71%

Summary

Total Units2,958
Vacant356
Owner Occupied70.6%
Renter Occupied29.4%
Avg HH Size2.21
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 41016 is in Covington, KY, in Kenton County.
ZIP code 41016 is located in Kentucky (KY).
ZIP code 41016 is in Kenton County, KY.
ZIP 41016 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 41016 is 5,794 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 41016 is $61,748 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 41016 is $151,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 41016

ZIP code 41016 is located in Covington, Kentucky, within Kenton County. With a population of 5,794, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 41016 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,748 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 41016 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $151,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,034 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.

The population of 41016 is primarily White (79.36%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.5%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 41016 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.

Overall, ZIP code 41016 in Covington, KY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,794 residents, a median household income of $61,748, and a median home value of $151,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.