Webster County, KY Property Records
Property records in Webster, Kentucky, track the ownership, assessed value and recorded transfers of land in Dixon and the county's farming and mining communities. They generally include deeds, mortgages, plats, parcel details, owner names and tax assessments. People use them to confirm title, check boundaries, review taxes and prepare for sales, loans or estate work.
The Webster County Clerk in Dixon records all land records, along with marriage licenses and vehicle registrations, and the county's Property Valuation Administrator handles assessments. The Webster County Clerk land records site provides contact details and a directory that includes the PVA office.
Webster County, KY Property Records & Statistics
Webster County has some of the most affordable housing figures in the state. Median rent is $629, below the Kentucky median of $717.50 and well under the national $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 22.82% of homes, essentially level with the state's 22.74% and slightly above the national 21.81%.
The median home value is $99,400, well below the state median of $128,000 and the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.88% is above both the state's 0.72% and the national 0.74%, so owners pay a higher rate on lower-priced homes.
Median household income is $56,947, above the Kentucky median of $51,617.25 but below the national $65,108. Employment is the weaker spot: the unemployment rate of 3.27% is higher than the state's 2.94% and the national 2.87%.
Overall, the figures describe a low-cost housing market with rents and home values below average, a relatively high property tax rate, a typical share of renters, and unemployment slightly above state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Webster
Webster County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 10,521 total parcels, including 7,110 residential and 745 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 94.81% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The Recorder holds 11,889 deeds and 9,052 mortgages, and 4,356 properties have valuation data.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 10,521 |
| Residential Parcels | 7,110 |
| Commercial Parcels | 745 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.81% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 11,889 |
| Mortgage Records | 9,052 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 4,356 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 50 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a loan moving from one holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Webster County has 11,482 assignment and release records. They include 820 assignment documents, 10,640 release documents, and 22 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 6, 2005, through August 29, 2025, and releases from January 4, 2005, through August 28, 2025.
These records help property researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were released, follow a loan as it changed hands, and identify any lien that might still be open before a sale or refinance. The range of dates covers more than twenty years of filings in the county.
How to Search Webster County, KY Property Records
Webster County's deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are maintained by the Webster County Clerk in Dixon. The county has 10,521 parcels, and deed and mortgage records run from January 3, 2006, forward, covering ownership transfers and financing.
The Webster County Clerk land records page explains the recorded documents available and how to obtain them. For searching official records online, use the county's official records search. Paperwork for requests and filings is on the Webster County Clerk forms page.
To search, collect the property address, owner name, or parcel number. Begin with the most specific detail you have, check the recording date and document type on each result, and open the record that matches. In person, the Clerk's office is at 25 US Hwy 41-A S, Dixon, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and staff can be reached at 270-639-7006.
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Webster County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Webster County property records by address?
Use the county's official records search and enter the property address. If it doesn't match, try a shorter address or search by owner name. The Webster County Clerk can also help at 270-639-7006 on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
How can I find property owners in Webster County?
Owners are named on deeds recorded with the Webster County Clerk, which has 11,889 deed records from January 3, 2006, through August 26, 2025. Search them through the official records search or visit the Clerk's office in Dixon.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Webster County?
Webster County's assessment data reflects the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on January 17, 2025. For general guidance on property valuation in Kentucky, see the Kentucky Department of Revenue. For a specific parcel, call the County Clerk at 270-639-7006.
Where can I find Webster County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax records for the county cover the 2024 tax year. To find where to view or pay a bill, call the Webster County Clerk at 270-639-7006 and ask which office handles collections. The land records page lists the Clerk's contact information.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Webster County?
The Webster County Clerk records deeds, mortgages, and related documents, with 11,889 deeds and 9,052 mortgages on file. Search the official records, review the land records page, or use the forms page for requests.
Where can I access Webster County parcel maps and GIS information?
Webster County has 10,521 parcels, and parcel mapping is generally maintained by assessment or planning offices. Call the Webster County Clerk at 270-639-7006 and ask which office keeps parcel maps and GIS data. Staff can direct you to the right department.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Webster County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local planning and building offices rather than the Clerk's recording office. Call 270-639-7006 and ask the Webster County Clerk which office covers your address. Have the property address and a short project description ready.
How can I create a list of property owners in Webster County?
Collect owner names from recorded deeds through the official records search, one parcel at a time. For a larger list across the county's 10,521 parcels, call the Clerk at 270-639-7006 to ask about available records and any request fees.