40988 — Helton, KY Home Values
Typical home value $72,854 as of June 2026 · 6th of 7 in Middlesborough, KY
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 40988, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 40988 compares in the Middlesborough, KY area
ZIP code 40988 (Helton, KY) has a typical home value of $72,854 as of June 2026, ranking 6th of 7 ZIP codes tracked in the Middlesborough, KY area, more expensive than about 29% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -24.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed -4.1%, from $75,987 in June 2021 to $72,854 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Middlesborough, KY forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Middlesborough.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 40988 has a population of 399, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 89.1% White, and 10.9% Hispanic or Latino.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Right Fork School Center | 5296 Hwy. 221, Stoney Fork, KY | 6.3 mi |
| Wallins Elementary School | 993 Hwy 219, Wallins, KY | 7 mi |
| Green Hills Elementary School | 123 W Hwy 221, Bledsoe, KY | 9.9 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 40988?
$72,854 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 40988 an expensive ZIP code in the Middlesborough, KY area?
40988 ranks 6th of 7 ZIP codes in the Middlesborough, KY area by typical home value, more expensive than about 29% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 40988 changed over the past year?
-24.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 40988?
399, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 40988?
Right Fork School Center (6.3 mi), Wallins Elementary School (7 mi), Green Hills Elementary School (9.9 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 40988?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Middlesborough, KY forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.