Covington County

Covington County is an administrative division in southern Alabama encompassing rolling terrain and pine forests that blend urban and rural communities. The county seat in Andalusia handles vital records, property documentation, and provides essential services across multiple municipalities.

The Alabama State Legislature established Covington County on December 17, 1821, during a period of territorial organization in the southeastern United States. This founding enabled systematic administration and development of the region throughout the following decades.

The county government reflects how the region manages its public affairs through traditional institutions centered in Andalusia, where residents regularly conduct administrative business. Local governance practices shape how communities interact with official services.

Visitors should check office hours before visiting county buildings, as operating schedules may vary across different departments. Most administrative services are centrally located in Andalusia and easily accessible from main routes.

The region developed significantly because of its strategic location along transportation routes that encouraged trade and settlement patterns. This geographic advantage continues to influence how communities are organized today.

Location: Alabama

Inception: December 17, 1821

Capital city: Andalusia

Shares border with: Butler County, Okaloosa County, Escambia County, Conecuh County, Crenshaw County, Coffee County, Geneva County, Walton County

Website: http://covcounty.com

GPS coordinates: 31.24194,-86.45250

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07