Bedroom count
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Last updated on June 18, 2026
Average rent in
Hickory, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on June 18, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Hickory rent stands today
Hickory, NC rent rose 4.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,410/month. Despite this yearly increase, rent softened 1.7% month over month from its recent peak in April 2026, showing some cooling in the short term.
Compared to national trends
Hickory sits 27.7% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market with 86 total rentals available across the city.
Price ranges
Studios in Hickory rent for $450/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,038/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,325/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,595/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,650/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,595/month, while apartments are lower at $1,324/month, reflecting distinct price tiers by property type.
Neighborhood spotlight
Lakeland rents increased 20.0% year over year to $1,500/month. This gain outpaces the citywide 4.4% rise, showing localized strength in this neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in Hickory
$1,410/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Hickory is $1,410 per month as of June 2026. This is 28% below the national average rent, or $540 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Hickory
86
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 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 2% over the last month and have increased by 4% 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 $1,323, whereas a house costs $1,595. 1-bedroom apartments in Hickory run $1,075 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,400.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $450 | 5% | 47% | |
1 bedroom | $1,037 |  3% | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $1,325 | 2% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,595 | 2% | 17% | |
4 bedroom | $2,650 | 12% | 49% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Claremont | $1,300 | |
Gingercake Acres | $1,350 | |
Green Park | $1,707 | |
Highland | $1,435 | |
Kenworth | $1,370 | |
Lakeland | $1,500 | |
Oakwood Hillcrest | $1,471 | |
Ridgeview | $1,415 | |
Viewmont | $1,286 | |
West Hickory Westmont | $1,275 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,323 | 3% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,075 | 3% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,595 | No Change | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$450
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
47%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,037
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,325
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
17%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,650
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
49%
Viewmont
Average rent
$1,286
Kenworth
Average rent
$1,370
Ridgeview
Average rent
$1,415
Highland
Average rent
$1,435
Green Park
Average rent
$1,707
West Hickory Westmont
Average rent
$1,275
Oakwood Hillcrest
Average rent
$1,471
Claremont
Average rent
$1,300
Lakeland
Average rent
$1,500
Gingercake Acres
Average rent
$1,350
Apartments
Average rent
$1,323
Last 30 days
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,075
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
No Change
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
39%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Hickory, NC is 18% higher than the median rent in Connelly Springs, NC.
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2%Cost of living in Hickory, NC
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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
5d+ ago
238 9th Avenue Pl Sw, Hickory, NC 28602
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2290 Liberty Church Rd, Hickory, NC 28601
2 beds
1 bath
$800–$945
Apartment for rent
5d+ 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 Dec 22
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hickory
5 beds
4 baths
$7,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hickory
3816 Steve Ikerd Dr Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
5 beds
3 baths
$6,000
House for rent
Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
Green Park apartment for rent in Hickory
Studio
0 baths
$4,800
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 27
1d ago
2101 21st Street Southeast, Hickory, NC 28602
1 bed
1 bath
$3,690
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
1d ago
1602 18th Ave Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2001 Startown Rd, Hickory, NC 28602
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,016–$2,198
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,775
House for rent
Available May 27
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
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,775
House for rent
Available May 27
22h ago
426 2nd Ave Se, Hickory, NC 28602
1 bed
1 bath
$1,075
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Hickory
1312 Main Ave Se #1312, Hickory, NC 28602
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,600
Condo for rent
Available Apr 25
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
2d ago
Verified
2001 Startown Rd, Hickory, NC 28602
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,016–$2,198
Apartment for rent
9h ago
2354 Mosteller Estate Ave Se, Hickory, NC 28602
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,251–$2,958
Price drop
Apartment for rent
9h ago
3062 12th Ave Se, Hickory, NC 28602
2 beds
2 baths
$1,831–$2,659
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 $1,410 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Hickory?
Average rent prices in Hickory have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 4% 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 $540 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Hickory?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Hickory are West Hickory Westmont ($1,275/mo), Viewmont ($1,286/mo), and Claremont ($1,300/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?
Hickory's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,200 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,300 monthly. These figures reflect the current market conditions across the city's available inventory.
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).