Covington is a city in central Tipton County, Tennessee, United States. Covington is the largest city and county seat of Tipton County. The city is located in West Tennessee, 12�mi east of the Mississippi River. The city's population was 9,038 at the time of the 2010 U.S. Census. Located 42�mi northeast of Memphis, Covington is part of the Memphis, Tennessee Metropolitan Area.