Floyd County, KY Property Records
Property records in Floyd, Kentucky provide important information about land and real estate ownership, including property descriptions, parcel boundaries, assessed values, deed transfers, tax details, and ownership history. These records are useful for homebuyers, property owners, attorneys, surveyors, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing assessments, or preparing for real estate transactions.
Official Floyd property records are typically maintained by local county offices, including the Property Valuation Administrator for assessment information and the County Clerk for recorded deeds and related documents. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the county’s official online resources, such as the Floyd property records portal, or by contacting the appropriate Floyd County office directly for certified copies or more detailed records.
Floyd County, KY Property Records & Statistics
Floyd County has a median rent of $702.50, below the Kentucky median of $717.50 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 27.9% of homes in the county, higher than the state figure of 22.74% and the national figure of 21.81%, so renting is more common here than in most areas.
The median home value is $79,950, far below the state median of $128,000 and less than half the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.83% is higher than the state rate of 0.72% and the national rate of 0.74%. Even so, the low values keep the dollar amount of a typical tax bill small.
The median household income is $42,118, compared with $51,617.25 statewide and $65,108 nationally. The unemployment rate of 4.47% is above the state rate of 2.94% and the national rate of 2.87%, indicating a more challenging job market than average.
Overall, Floyd County offers some of the lowest housing costs in the comparison, but it pairs them with below-average incomes, higher unemployment, and an above-average tax rate and renter share.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Floyd
Floyd County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 27,719 total parcels, including 22,305 residential and 1,237 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 82.22% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 20,836 deeds and 13,101 mortgages, with valuation data for 12,171 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 27,719 |
| Residential Parcels | 22,305 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,237 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 82.22% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 20,836 |
| Mortgage Records | 13,101 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 12,171 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 5 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents a mortgage moving from one lender to another, while a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien lifted from the property.
Floyd County has 21,063 assignment and release records available. They include 2,179 assignment documents recorded from June 3, 1989, through August 22, 2025, and 18,861 release documents recorded from June 3, 1989, through August 28, 2025, plus 23 other documents.
These records help buyers, owners, and title researchers confirm that past mortgages were paid off, follow a loan between lenders, and find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The Floyd County deeds search is a starting point for recorded documents.
How to Search Floyd County, KY Property Records
Floyd County property records are recorded by the Floyd County Clerk. They cover the county's 27,719 parcels and include deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases, valuation details, and foreclosure filings.
The Floyd County Clerk deeds page is the Clerk's online starting point for searching recorded documents, and the Floyd County Clerk forms page lists forms for recording and related requests. A statewide Kentucky county records search is also listed as the official records search for the county. The Clerk's office is at 149 S Central Ave., Prestonsburg, and can be reached at 606-886-3816.
Have the owner's name, property address, or parcel number ready before you search. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the record that fits.
If a record doesn't show up online, call the Clerk's office and ask staff to help locate the document or explain how to request a copy.
Floyd Registrar of Deeds
The Floyd County Probate Office is located at 149 S Central Ave., Prestonsburg, KY, 41653 and can be reached at 606-886-3816. Records can be accessed through kycountyrecords.com or the official website floyd.clerkinfo.net.
Floyd County Clerk
Floyd County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Floyd County property records by address?
Start with the Floyd County Clerk deeds page or the official records search to find recorded documents tied to a property. If an address search doesn't return a match, try the owner's name, or call the Floyd County Clerk at 606-886-3816 for help.
How can I find property owners in Floyd County?
Owners are identified through recorded deeds. Search the Floyd County Clerk deeds page for the deed on a property and see who holds title. You can also visit the Clerk's office at 149 S Central Ave., Prestonsburg, or call 606-886-3816 for assistance.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Floyd County?
Floyd County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on May 26, 2025. Assessed values are set by the county Property Valuation Administrator. Call the Floyd County Clerk at 606-886-3816 for directions, or visit the Kentucky Department of Revenue.
Where can I find Floyd County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills in Kentucky are collected by the county sheriff's office, not the Clerk's recording system. Call the Floyd County Clerk at 606-886-3816 to be pointed to the right office in Prestonsburg, or see the Floyd County Clerk deeds page for office information.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Floyd County?
The Floyd County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, and other documents. Search them via the Floyd County Clerk deeds page or the official records search. The county has 20,836 deed records and 13,101 mortgage records recorded from January 3, 2006. Forms are on the Clerk's forms page.
Where can I access Floyd County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are kept by the county's property valuation office rather than the Clerk. Floyd County has 27,719 parcels in its tax records. Call the Floyd County Clerk at 606-886-3816 and ask where parcel maps and GIS data can be viewed.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Floyd County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local government offices, not the recording system. Call the Floyd County Clerk at 606-886-3816 and ask which office covers building permits and zoning in Prestonsburg and the rest of the county. Check requirements before beginning any construction or land use change.
How can I create a list of property owners in Floyd County?
The Clerk's online search is built for individual lookups, so owner lists are assembled one deed at a time through the Floyd County Clerk deeds page. For a bulk request, call the Clerk's office at 606-886-3816 and ask what records can be provided and whether fees apply.