Covelo, CA is a small rural town located in Mendocino County with an estimated population of 1,317 people. It has a population density of 170 people per square mile, which is significantly lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile. Despite its size, Covelo has plenty to offer for residents and visitors alike. The downtown area is home to several local businesses such as the Pharmacy & General Store, JJ’s Bar & Grill, and the Covelo Hardware Store. Year-round outdoor activities include hiking, camping, biking and fishing at nearby Round Valley Indian Reservation and Lake Pillsbury. There are also several organizations that play an important role in the community such as the Boys and Girls Club of Covelo and The Redwood Empire Food Bank. Local sporting events are held throughout the year at Covelo’s high school including football games in the fall and basketball tournaments during the winter months.
The population in Covelo is 1,317. There are 186 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Covelo is 30.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Covelo is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Covelo
- 41.0% are married
- 12.5% are divorced
- 20.6% are married with children
- 27.3% have children, but are single
Race in Covelo
- 44.3% are White
- 1.9% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 12.6% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 31.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 9.1% Two or more races
- 0.3% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander