Moderately Safe · Population: 255,480
Covington, Kentucky is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 67/100. The violent crime rate of 425.8 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 255,480, Covington reported 1,088 violent crimes and 5,584 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 11.5 per 100K |
| Rape | 40.6 per 100K |
| Robbery | 99.3 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 274.4 per 100K |
| Burglary | 359 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,468 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 358.5 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 1,087 |
| Property Crimes | 5,583 |
| Total Crimes | 6,670 |
With a safety score of 67/100, Covington is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 84% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.