Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 2, 2026
Average rent in
Hickory, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on August 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Hickory rent stands today
Hickory, NC rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,395/month. Month-over-month rent softened by 0.7%, indicating a recent decline in the market.
Compared to national trends
Hickory sits 28.1% more affordable than the $1,940/month national median, offering a lower-cost option for renters compared to many other metros. The market has 80 total rentals available, a relatively small inventory.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Hickory rent for about $850/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,032/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,250/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,648/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,365/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Kenworth rents rose 59.5% year over year to $1,595/month across 23 rentals, contrasting with the citywide flat trend. Meanwhile, Forest Hills saw rents fall 37.6% year over year to $1,185/month, showing divergent neighborhood dynamics in Hickory.
Median rent
Median rent in Hickory
$1,395/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Hickory is $1,395 per month as of August 2026. This is 28% below the national average rent, or $545 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Hickory
80
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Hickory rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Hickory, NC
Average rent prices in Hickory have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Hickory, NC
Rent prices in Hickory vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Hickory is $1,250, whereas a house costs $1,695. 1-bedroom apartments in Hickory run $990 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,250.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $850 |  42% | 17% | |
1 bedroom | $1,032 | 7% |  18% | |
2 bedroom | $1,250 | 2% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,647 | 3% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,365 | 4% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Claremont | $1,267 | |
Downtown Hickory | $1,195 | |
Forest Hills | $1,185 | |
Green Park | $1,407 | |
Highland | $1,595 | |
Kenworth | $1,595 | |
Oakwood Hillcrest | $1,594 | |
Ridgeview | $1,595 | |
Viewmont | $1,360 | |
West Hickory Westmont | $1,401 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,250 | 6% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,150 | 10% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,695 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,170 | - | - |
Studio
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
42%
Last year
17%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,032
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
18%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,647
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,365
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
1%
Viewmont
Average rent
$1,360
Kenworth
Average rent
$1,595
Green Park
Average rent
$1,407
West Hickory Westmont
Average rent
$1,401
Highland
Average rent
$1,595
Ridgeview
Average rent
$1,595
Claremont
Average rent
$1,267
Forest Hills
Average rent
$1,185
Oakwood Hillcrest
Average rent
$1,594
Downtown Hickory
Average rent
$1,195
Apartments
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
10%
Houses
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,170
The table above reflects average rent prices in Hickory, NC, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Hickory, NC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Hickory and Connelly Springs by all bedroom counts and property types.
Hickory
28%lower than the national median
44%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Hickory, NC is 28% higher than the median rent in Connelly Springs, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
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5%$1,371
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1%$1,400
6%$1,750
3%$1,275
23%$1,365
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5%$1,400
9%$1,449
4%Cost of living in Hickory, NC
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% lower |
| Groceries | 2% higher |
| Health | 6% lower |
| Housing | 14% lower |
| Transportation | 5% lower |
| Utilities | 7% lower |
Discover rentals in Hickory, NC
2d ago
1820 20th Avenue Dr Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
1–2 beds
1 bath
$590–$850
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2290 Liberty Church Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
2 beds
1 bath
$800–$945
Apartment for rent
2d ago
17th Street Dr Se, Hickory, NC 28602
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Hickory
522, 17th Street Southwest #522, Hickory, NC 28602
2 beds
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 22
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hickory
5 beds
4 baths
$6,500
House for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Hickory
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,000
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
3d ago
2101 21st Street Southeast, Hickory, NC 28602
1 bed
1 bath
$3,690
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hickory
835 835 Wynnshire DriveUnit A #835A, Hickory, NC 28601
2 beds
2 baths
$2,650
House for rent
Available Jun 15
1d ago
Verified
1655 20th Avenue Drive Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,025–$1,625
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 5
5d+ ago
Verified
1445 4th Street Drive Northwest, Hickory, NC 28601
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,550
Apartment for rent
1d ago
302 18th Ave Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
3 beds
2 baths
$1,695
House for rent
2d ago
1602 18th Ave Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1655 20th Avenue Drive Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,025–$1,625
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 5
5d+ ago
Verified
1445 4th Street Drive Northwest, Hickory, NC 28601
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,550
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2001 Startown Rd, Hickory, NC 28602
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,016–$2,198
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Hickory
30 24th St Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
1 bed
1 bath
$825
$775
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Aug 29
1d ago
Verified
1655 20th Avenue Drive Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,025–$1,625
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 5
1d ago
302 18th Ave Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
3 beds
2 baths
$1,695
House for rent
3d ago
420 17th St Nw, Hickory, NC 28601
3 beds
2 baths
$1,695
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
2001 Startown Rd, Hickory, NC 28602
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,016–$2,198
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Hickory, NC
Quick answers to common questions about the Hickory rental market.
How much is rent in Hickory?
The average rent in Hickory is $1,395 per month as of August 1, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Hickory?
Average rent prices in Hickory have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Hickory rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Hickory is 28% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $545 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Hickory?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Hickory are Forest Hills ($1,185/mo), Downtown Hickory ($1,195/mo), and Claremont ($1,267/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Hickory?
To comfortably afford rent in Hickory, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Hickory?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Hickory average around $1,090/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,300/month.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).