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Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Hickory, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Hickory rent stands today
Hickory, NC rent rose 10.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,430/month. Renters today are paying $130 more per month on average than last year, with rent near the recent peak of $1,550/month in August 2026.
Compared to national trends
Hickory sits 24.7% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market for those seeking value in a smaller metro with 111 total rentals.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Hickory rent for $698/month, 1-bedrooms for $900/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,250/month, with 3-bedrooms around $1,648/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,255/month. These figures reflect the range available across bedroom sizes in the city.
Median rent
Median rent in Hickory
$1,430/mo
10%vs previous year
The average rent in Hickory is $1,430 per month as of October 2026. This is 25% below the national average rent, or $470 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Hickory
111
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Hickory rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Hickory, NC
Average rent prices in Hickory have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 10% 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 $1,251, whereas a house costs $1,595. 1-bedroom apartments in Hickory run $1,045 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,300.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $697 | 21% |  30% | |
1 bedroom | $900 | No Change | 12% | |
2 bedroom | $1,250 | 4% | 11% | |
3 bedroom | $1,647 | No Change | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,255 | 5% | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Claremont | $1,350 | |
Firestone | $1,295 | |
Green Park | $1,550 | |
High Peak Mountain | $900 | |
Highland | $1,410 | |
Kenworth | $1,275 | |
Ridgeview | $1,150 | |
Silver Creek Plantation | $1,100 | |
Viewmont | $1,110 | |
West Hickory Westmont | $1,100 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,251 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,272 | 4% | 9% | |
Houses | $1,595 | 1% | 7% | |
Rooms | $814 | - | - |
Studio
Average rent
$697
Last 30 days
21%
Last year
30%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$900
Last year
12%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
11%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,647
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,255
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
3%
Kenworth
Average rent
$1,275
Highland
Average rent
$1,410
Viewmont
Average rent
$1,110
Ridgeview
Average rent
$1,150
West Hickory Westmont
Average rent
$1,100
Green Park
Average rent
$1,550
Claremont
Average rent
$1,350
Silver Creek Plantation
Average rent
$1,100
Firestone
Average rent
$1,295
High Peak Mountain
Average rent
$900
Apartments
Average rent
$1,251
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,272
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
9%
Houses
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
Rooms
Average rent
$814
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
25%lower than the national median
41%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Hickory, NC is 27% higher than the median rent in Connelly Springs, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,125
24%$1,423
6%$1,251
4%$2,159
4%$1,300
2%$1,437
11%$1,750
3%$1,100
2%$1,434
43%$1,955
15%$1,650
7%$1,500
3%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
5h ago
1420 4th Street Dr Nw, Hickory, NC 28601
1–2 beds
1 bath
$310–$691
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
105 S Center St, Hickory, NC 28602
1–2 beds
1 bath
$477–$509
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
1820 20th Avenue Dr Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
1–2 beds
1 bath
$590–$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
17th Street Dr Se, Hickory, NC 28602
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hickory
3816 Steve Ikerd Dr Ne, Hickory, NC 28601
5 beds
3 baths
$6,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hickory
5 beds
3.5 baths
$5,200
Price dropped $800Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
3d ago
2101 21st St Se, Hickory, NC 28602
1 bed
1 bath
$3,690
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Hickory
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
Verified
1655 20th Avenue Drive Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,079–$1,679
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 5
2d ago
Verified
1445 4th Street Drive Northwest, Hickory, NC 28601
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,550
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 30
1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Hickory
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
824 4th Street Pl Se, Hickory, NC 28602
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,529–$1,782
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
Verified
1655 20th Avenue Drive Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,079–$1,679
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 5
2d ago
Verified
1445 4th Street Drive Northwest, Hickory, NC 28601
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,550
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 30
5d+ ago
Verified
1530 39th Avenue Loop Ne #6, Hickory, NC 28601
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,850
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Nov 1
2d ago
Verified
2001 Startown Rd, Hickory, NC 28602
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,061–$2,273
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1655 20th Avenue Drive Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,079–$1,679
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 5
2d ago
Verified
1445 4th Street Drive Northwest, Hickory, NC 28601
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$1,550
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 30
1d ago
Townhouse for rent in Hickory
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
3d ago
2721-2731 2721-2731 33rd St NE & 3302-3369 27th Ave NE Hickory Springs, Hickory, NC 28601
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200–$2,468
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House 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 $1,430 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Hickory?
Average rent prices in Hickory have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.
How does Hickory rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Hickory is 25% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $470 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Hickory?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Hickory are High Peak Mountain ($900/mo), West Hickory Westmont ($1,100/mo), and Silver Creek Plantation ($1,100/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Hickory?
To comfortably afford rent in Hickory, you'd need to earn approximately $57,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Hickory?
November and December offer the best timing for apartment hunting in Hickory, with November seeing the lowest rents and December experiencing the least competitive conditions with lower overall demand.
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).