4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Hickory, NC
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Hickory, North Carolina as of August 2026. That's +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,492 and +34% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ 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 4+ 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 4+ bedroom in North Carolina
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marion | $1,260 |
| 2 | Lumberton | $1,360 |
| 3 | Henderson | $1,370 |
| 4 | Shelby | $1,400 |
| 5 | Kill Devil Hills | $1,441 |
| 6 | Kings Mountain | $1,510 |
| 7 | Mount Airy | $1,510 |
| 8 | Archdale | $1,520 |
| 9 | Asheboro | $1,520 |
| 10 | Thomasville | $1,520 |
| 11 | Belville | $1,539 |
| 12 | Lexington | $1,540 |
| 13 | Wilson | $1,600 |
| 14 | Aberdeen | $1,610 |
| 15 | Hickory (this page) | $1,670 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in North Carolina
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harrisburg | $4,280 |
| 2 | Holly Springs | $3,630 |
| 3 | Apex | $3,517 |
| 4 | Waxhaw | $3,350 |
| 5 | Cary | $3,255 |
| 6 | Davidson | $3,250 |
| 7 | Pineville | $3,100 |
| 8 | Fuquay Varina | $3,100 |
| 9 | Wake Forest | $2,980 |
| 10 | Arden | $2,980 |
| 11 | Mint Hill | $2,970 |
| 12 | Knightdale | $2,940 |
| 13 | Mooresville | $2,920 |
| 14 | Asheville | $2,918 |
| 15 | Clayton | $2,890 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Hickory.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Hickory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton, NC | 10.2 mi | $1,710 | +$40 (+2%) |
| Lincolnton, NC | 17.7 mi | $1,670 | — |
| Lenoir, NC | 22.1 mi | $1,750 | +$80 (+5%) |
| Morganton, NC | 27.2 mi | $2,570 | +$900 (+54%) |
| Denver, NC | 28.1 mi | $1,940 | +$270 (+16%) |
| Dallas, NC | 28.2 mi | $1,810 | +$140 (+8%) |
| Statesville, NC | 31.6 mi | $1,935 | +$265 (+16%) |
| Stanley, NC | 31.8 mi | $2,010 | +$340 (+20%) |
| Kings Mountain, NC | 32.9 mi | $1,510 | $-160 (-10%) |
| Troutman, NC | 33.9 mi | $2,690 | +$1,020 (+61%) |
| Ranlo, NC | 33.9 mi | $2,227 | +$557 (+33%) |
| Mount Holly, NC | 35.4 mi | $2,240 | +$570 (+34%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Hickory — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Hickory?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Hickory, North Carolina is $1,670 per month. This is +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,492.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Hickory?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $66,800 ($5,567/month gross), which works out to roughly $32.12/hour at a full-time job.
Is Hickory expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Hickory's 4+ bedroom median of $1,670 is +34% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 14th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Hickory rank for 4+ bedroom rent in North Carolina?
Among the 122 cities in North Carolina with 4+ bedroom data, Hickory ranks #15 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Hickory?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Kings Mountain ($1,510).