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Hickory rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 64 apartments for rent in Hickory, with a median rent price of $1,300 per month. Hickory has seen a 6%—or $82—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,300

Year Over Year Change

6%

$82

Rentals available, last 30 days

64

Rent ranges for Hickory apartments
$3,001 - $3,001
2%
$2,251 - $3,000
2%
$1,501 - $2,250
31%
$751 - $1,500
54%
$0 - $750
11%

How has rent in Hickory, NC changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Hickory, NC, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,300, which is a 6.48% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Hickory, NC is about $1,017. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Hickory, NC is $1,100, and studios are about $450 per month.

See more Hickory, NC rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Hickory, NC?

28

schools

15,678

students

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Clyde Campbell Elementary School

2121 35th avenue dr ne

hickory, NC, 28601

PK, K-6Public
A-

Mountain View Elementary School

5911 dwayne starnes rd

hickory, NC, 28602

PK, K-6Public
A-

Snow Creek Elementary School

3238 snow creek rd

hickory, NC, 28601

PK, K-6Public
A-

Saint Stephens High School

3205 34th street dr ne

hickory, NC, 28601

PK, 9-12Public
B+

Webb A. Murray Elementary School

3901 section house rd

hickory, NC, 28601

PK, K-6Public
B-

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Who lives in Hickory, NC?

Gender

48% Male
52% Female

Age Range

0-19

26%

20-34

20%

35-44

11%

45-64

25%

65+

16%

Language

English

82%

Spanish

10%

Indo Euro

1%

Asia Pac

5%

Other

0%

Education

No HS

11%

High School

44%

Bachelor's

32%

Master's

7%

Prof Degree

3%

Doctorate

1%

What is the household breakdown in Hickory, NC?

Families

44% Families
56% Single

Property

44% Renters
56% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

26%

25-50k

24%

50-75k

15%

75-100k

11%

100-150k

11%

150k+

10%

How do residents get around Hickory, NC?

Hickory locals spend about 19 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Hickory is through Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 48.67 miles away.

Walking

2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Cycling

2/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Scores for Hickory are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Hickory, NC?

The overall cost of living in Hickory, NC is 6% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Hickory you can expect groceries to cost on par with the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.40 per carton, and milk $5.23. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $135.48 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

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Goods & Services

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

5% lower

CATEGORY

Groceries

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

No difference

CATEGORY

Utilities

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

8% lower

CATEGORY

Transportation

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

2% lower

CATEGORY

Health

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

8% lower

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The Village at Catawba Ridge - Photo 1 of 1
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3h ago

9.6

Excellent

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The Village at Catawba Ridge

1655 20th Avenue Drive Northeast, Hickory, NC 28601

Air conditioning | Swimming pool | Wheelchair accessible

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,000–$1,650

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 5

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8.4

Very good

The Village at Catawba Ridge

1655 20th Avenue Dr Ne, Hickory, NC 28601

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,000–$1,800

Apartment for rent

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Rent special

5h ago

8.8

Very good

The Estates

2354 Mosteller Estate Ave Se, Hickory, NC 28602

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,263–$2,764

Apartment for rent

3 bedrooms for rent in Hickory32 rentals

32 rentals

Pet friendly apartments in Hickory25 rentals

25 rentals

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