1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Hickory, NC
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Hickory, North Carolina as of July 2026. That's +38% lower than the citywide median of $1,463 and +35% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Hickory
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Hickory
Compare Hickory's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in North Carolina
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ranlo | $483 |
| 2 | Shelby | $710 |
| 3 | Lumberton | $730 |
| 4 | Albemarle | $770 |
| 5 | Henderson | $770 |
| 6 | Lillington | $780 |
| 7 | Kings Mountain | $820 |
| 8 | Lenoir | $820 |
| 9 | Raeford | $820 |
| 10 | Aberdeen | $830 |
| 11 | Gibsonville | $836 |
| 12 | Marion | $840 |
| 13 | Kinston | $850 |
| 14 | Wilson | $855 |
| 15 | Nashville | $870 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in North Carolina
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harrisburg | $2,470 |
| 2 | Holly Springs | $1,950 |
| 3 | Waxhaw | $1,930 |
| 4 | Apex | $1,897 |
| 5 | Davidson | $1,870 |
| 6 | Cornelius | $1,830 |
| 7 | Chapel Hill | $1,825 |
| 8 | Pineville | $1,790 |
| 9 | Cary | $1,755 |
| 10 | Mint Hill | $1,720 |
| 11 | Raleigh | $1,639 |
| 12 | Indian Trail | $1,631 |
| 13 | Fuquay Varina | $1,630 |
| 14 | Wake Forest | $1,620 |
| 15 | Durham | $1,600 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Hickory.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Hickory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton, NC | 10.2 mi | $930 | +$20 (+2%) |
| Lincolnton, NC | 17.7 mi | $1,010 | +$100 (+11%) |
| Lenoir, NC | 22.1 mi | $820 | $-90 (-10%) |
| Cherryville, NC | 22.3 mi | $980 | +$70 (+8%) |
| Morganton, NC | 27.2 mi | $1,350 | +$440 (+48%) |
| Denver, NC | 28.1 mi | $1,170 | +$260 (+29%) |
| Dallas, NC | 28.2 mi | $1,050 | +$140 (+15%) |
| Statesville, NC | 31.6 mi | $1,045 | +$135 (+15%) |
| Kings Mountain, NC | 32.9 mi | $820 | $-90 (-10%) |
| Troutman, NC | 33.9 mi | $1,450 | +$540 (+59%) |
| Ranlo, NC | 33.9 mi | $483 | $-427 (-47%) |
| Mount Holly, NC | 35.4 mi | $1,290 | +$380 (+42%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Hickory — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Hickory?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Hickory, North Carolina is $910 per month. This is +38% below the citywide median of $1,463.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Hickory?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $36,400 ($3,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $17.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Hickory expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Hickory's 1-bedroom median of $910 is +35% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 13th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Hickory rank for 1-bedroom rent in North Carolina?
Among the 122 cities in North Carolina with 1-bedroom data, Hickory ranks #21 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Hickory?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Lenoir ($820), Kings Mountain ($820), Ranlo ($483).