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$74,225
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 51How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $3,000 on May 1, 2001

THORNTON

THORNTON, KY 41855
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Valuation

$74K
$38K low$111K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,000 · May 1, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$42 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$3,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$3,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.67
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
46
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
11
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
CountyLetcher

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Letcher County Central High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
Whitesburg Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 mi
E
West Whitesburg Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.7 mi

District: Letcher County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 41855These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.130
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.28%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.677
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.76 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,290
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$45,800
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

Thornton measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

What homes are worth in Thornton 41855

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This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Thornton 41855.

How it measures up in Thornton 41855

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Thornton 41855.

Estimated value$74,225
CheaperTypical $79,073Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

How Thornton ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThornton 41855Letcher County
Estimated valuepricier than$74,22546% of homes51% of homes

About Thornton

How much is Thornton, Thornton, KY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Thornton, Thornton, KY is $74,225 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $37,793 to $110,657. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Thornton, Thornton, KY last sell?

Thornton, Thornton, KY last sold on May 1, 2001 for $3,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve Thornton, Thornton, KY?

Thornton, Thornton, KY is assigned to Letcher County Central High School (high), rated A-; Whitesburg Middle School (middle), rated B-; West Whitesburg Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Letcher County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

What are the property taxes on Thornton, Thornton, KY?

The 2025 property tax bill for Thornton, Thornton, KY was $42. The county assessed it at $3,000.

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