Middlesborough City Property Records in Kentucky

Middlesborough is a city in Bell County in the Cumberland Gap area of southeastern Kentucky, with a historic downtown laid out in the 1880s. Property records for the city are kept at both county and city level.

Deeds, mortgages, liens and plats are recorded by the Bell County Clerk, whose office is in Pineville, the county seat. The Bell County Property Valuation Administrator maintains assessments and ownership details. Property taxes are billed by the Bell County Sheriff, and the City of Middlesborough also levies city taxes through its own offices. The Bell Circuit Court handles foreclosures, estates and land disputes. For state tax rules and appeals, consult the Kentucky Department of Revenue and the Kentucky Board of Tax Appeals.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$34,349
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$88,700
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$653
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.74%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$670 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
58%
Population
Population:
9,258

Middlesborough Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Middlesborough

This section shows the racial and ethnic makeup of Middlesborough. The largest group is White residents, at 90% (8,366 people), followed by residents of two or more races at 4% (375 people) and Black residents at 4% (350 people). Hispanic residents make up 1% (109 people), and Asian residents account for 0.36% (33 people).

White
90%
8,366
Black
4%
350
Two + Races
4%
375
Hispanic
1%
109
Asian
0.36%
33
Other Race
0.27%
25
American Indian
0%
0
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Middlesborough, Ratings Compared Across Kentucky B-

Middlesborough's city ratings cover several aspects of life in the city. The three highest-rated categories are Cost of Living (A), Good for Retirees (B+), and Commute (B). Other notable ratings include Access to Coffee Shops (B), Access to Outdoor Activities (B), and Walkability (B), while Public Schools receives a C and Jobs receives a C-. Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
C
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
A
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
C+
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
B
Nightlife
Nightlife
C+
Weather
Weather
B-
Commute
Commute
B
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
C+
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
B
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
B
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
C+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B-
Good for Families
Good for Families
C+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B+
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B-
Housing
Housing
B-
Jobs
Jobs
C-
Walkability
Walkability
B

How Educated Is Middlesborough

Middlesborough's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (33%), Some College (20%), and Below High School (19%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
33%
Some College
20%
Below High School
19%
Bachelor Degree
10%
Associate Degree
9%
Masters Degree
4%
Doctorate
0.56%

When Were Homes Built

Middlesborough's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (28%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (22%) and 1940 - 1959 (21%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1960 - 1979
28%
1980 - 1999
22%
1940 - 1959
21%
2000 - Present
17%
Before 1939
11%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Middlesborough's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (39%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (39%) and 4 Bedrooms (9%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
39%
2 Bedrooms
39%
4 Bedrooms
9%
1 Bedroom
6%
No Bedrooms
4%
5 or More Bedrooms
3%

What Is the Average Age

Middlesborough's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (20%), 55 - 64 (15%), and 25 - 34 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
20%
55 - 64
15%
25 - 34
14%
Under 10
12%
45 - 54
10%
10 - 17
10%
35 - 44
10%
18 - 24
8%

Property Market Trends at Middlesborough

Middlesborough's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $88,700. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $670 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Middlesborough's dynamic real estate landscape.

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