Area guide · Covington, WA 98042
Living in Covington
Thinking about moving to Covington? Here is what daily life looks like: the community feel, shopping, parks, and a few local favorites.
Covington has that traditional community vibe, and it's close to shopping. My kids love the zip line at Covington Community Park.
Jody Guerra · REALTOR®, John L. Scott
| City since | 1997, according to public sources |
|---|---|
| Population | About 21,000 (2020 census: 20,777), according to public sources |
| School district | Kent School District, according to public sources |
| ZIP code | 98042 |
| Main roads | SR 18 and Kent-Kangley Road (SR 516) |
| Medical | MultiCare Covington and Valley Medical Center, according to public sources |
What is it like to live in Covington, WA?
Covington has a traditional community feel, with parks, neighborhoods with sidewalks, and big-box shopping close to home. Covington Days brings the city together every July.
What is there to do in Covington for kids and adults?
Covington has parks and a Parks and Recreation department with classes and events. Covington Community Park has a playground with a zip line that kids love, plus trails, a sports field, and picnic shelters.
Where do people shop in Covington?
Covington is the bigger shopping stop for the area, with stores like Costco, Kohl's, and Walmart, plus plenty of local restaurants and services.
What school district is Covington in?
According to public sources, Covington's public schools are part of the Kent School District. Always confirm the district for a specific address.
Is there a hospital in Covington?
According to public sources, MultiCare opened a hospital in Covington in 2018 with an emergency room and a family birth center, and Valley Medical Center also has a location in the city.
Things to do in Covington
- Covington Community ParkAbout 30 acres at 17649 SE 240th St, with a zip line playground, wooded running trails, a sports field, and picnic shelters.
- Covington Days →The city's July festival, with a parade, vendors, and bounce houses.
- Ready Set PlayA summer program from the City of Covington. Kids visit local businesses to learn what they do, and if they visit them all, they earn a prize.
- Parks and RecreationA strong Parks and Recreation department with classes, youth programs, and community events.
Jody's Covington favorites
- Benjarong Thai Cuisine
- Pupusas Locas
- Teriyaki Wok
- Honest Nails
- Emerald City Smoothie
- HOTWORX, just nearby
A little history
According to public sources, Covington began around 1900 as a Northern Pacific Railway stop once called Jenkins Prairie. The area moved from lumber to dairy farms to suburban neighborhoods, and residents voted to incorporate in 1996. Covington became a city in 1997.
Population, history, school, and medical details come from public sources, including Covington, Washington (Wikipedia), and may not be fully up to date. Park details are from the City of Covington. Always confirm the school district for a specific address.
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Jody Guerra helps buyers and sellers in Covington and nearby Maple Valley, Hobart, Kent, Auburn, and Issaquah, in English or Spanish.