Hickory, NC Rent History
58 months of data, 2021–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-07)
$1,492
1-year change
+9.0%
$123/mo
5-year change
+28.7%
$333/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Hickory
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $1,159/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2022 | $1,229/mo | +6.0% | +6.0% |
| 2023 | $1,288/mo | +4.8% | +11.1% |
| 2024 | $1,317/mo | +2.3% | +13.6% |
| 2025 | $1,344/mo | +2.1% | +16.0% |
| 2026 | $1,384/mo | +3.0% | +19.4% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Hickory changed since 2021?
Median rent in Hickory, NC was $1,159 in 2021-10 and is $1,492 as of 2026-07 — a change of $333 per month over 5 years.
How much has Hickory rent increased in the last 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, median rent in Hickory, NC has changed +28.7% ($333 per month). The current median is $1,492.
Is rent in Hickory going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Hickory, NC has increased +9.0% ($123/mo). Current median: $1,492.