Hickman County, KY Property Records
Property records in Hickman, Kentucky document important details about real estate within the city and surrounding Fulton County. These records may include parcel ownership, legal descriptions, assessed values, property classifications, transfer history, deeds, mortgages, plats, and tax-related information. They are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review property boundaries, estimate taxes, or conduct real estate due diligence.
Official Hickman property information is maintained primarily through Fulton County offices. Assessment and parcel details can be accessed through the Fulton County Property Valuation Administrator, while recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages are handled by the Fulton County Clerk. Users can begin with the county’s official property records search for assessment-related information.
Hickman County, KY Property Records & Statistics
Hickman County has a median rent of $626, below both the Kentucky median of $717.50 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 16.11% of homes, compared with 22.74% in the state and 21.81% nationally, so homeownership is especially common here.
The median home value is $89,700, well under the state median of $128,000 and the national median of $173,750. At the same time, the median property tax rate of 1.13% is notably higher than the state rate of 0.72% and the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are inexpensive, but the tax rate applied to them is among the higher figures in this comparison.
Median household income is $48,563, lower than Kentucky's $51,617.25 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 2.84% is slightly below the state's 2.94% and just under the national 2.87%, indicating employment conditions in line with broader averages.
Overall, the data points to a low-cost, owner-heavy county with modest incomes, affordable rents and home prices, and a tax rate that is higher than state and national norms.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Hickman
Hickman County property records include tax assessments, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 4,476 total parcels, including 1,938 residential and 150 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 91.13% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 19 properties, and foreclosure filings follow a judicial process.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 4,476 |
| Residential Parcels | 1,938 |
| Commercial Parcels | 150 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 91.13% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | January 8, 2025 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 19 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Foreclosure Process | Judicial |
| Notice of Sale Records | 4 |
How to Search Hickman County, KY Property Records
Hickman County real estate documents such as deeds and mortgages are recorded by the Hickman County Clerk. The county has 4,476 parcels, and the Clerk's office is the main point of contact for recorded property information.
The Hickman County Clerk records page explains how to access and request records. The Hickman County Clerk forms page has the paperwork needed for recording and other requests.
To find a record, have the owner's name, the property address, or an approximate recording date ready. Contact the office with those details and ask for the document you need, or review the records page for any online options. Once you have a result, confirm the owner name and legal description match the property you are researching.
The Clerk's office is at 110 East Clay St., Clinton, KY 42031. It is open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 270-653-2131 with questions.
Hickman Registrar of Deeds
The Hickman County Probate Office is located at 110 East Clay St., Clinton, KY, 42031 and can be reached at 270-653-2131. Office hours are Monday-Thursday: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.; Friday 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Records can be accessed through the official website hickman.countyclerk.us.
Hickman County Clerk
Hickman County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Hickman County property records by address?
The Hickman County Clerk records page is the place to start for recorded documents. If you have a property address, call the Clerk at 270-653-2131 or visit 110 East Clay St., Clinton, and staff can help you locate deeds and other documents connected to it.
How can I find property owners in Hickman County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds kept by the County Clerk. Visit the records page for access details, or call 270-653-2131 with a property address or prior owner name. Staff at the Clinton office can help you find the deed that transferred the property.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Hickman County?
The county's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year and cover 4,476 parcels. In Kentucky, assessments are set by the Property Valuation Administrator. Call the County Clerk at 270-653-2131 and ask which office can provide the assessed value for your parcel.
Where can I find Hickman County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills follow the annual assessment, and the county's median property tax rate is 1.13%. For a specific bill or payment history, call the Hickman County Clerk at 270-653-2131 or stop by 110 East Clay St., Clinton, and ask which office collects property taxes.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Hickman County?
Deeds, mortgages, and similar documents are recorded by the County Clerk. Use the records page for instructions and the forms page for recording paperwork. You can also call 270-653-2131 or visit the office Monday through Friday during posted hours.
Where can I access Hickman County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county has 4,476 parcels. Parcel mapping is generally kept by assessment or local government offices rather than the recorder. Call the County Clerk at 270-653-2131 to ask where parcel maps can be viewed, and use recorded plats and legal descriptions to confirm boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Hickman County?
Permit and zoning requirements are handled by local government offices and may differ inside the City of Clinton. Call the County Clerk at 270-653-2131 and ask for the department responsible for building and zoning, then confirm requirements with them before starting any construction.
How can I create a list of property owners in Hickman County?
Property records are best searched one parcel at a time. To compile owners for an area, ask the County Clerk at 270-653-2131 what is available for multiple records, or review deeds individually through the records page and note each owner you find.