Hickory, NC Rent History
60 months of data, 2021–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-09)
$1,522
1-year change
+3.7%
$54/mo
5-year change
+23.4%
$289/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Hickory
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $1,233/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2022 | $1,302/mo | +5.6% | +5.6% |
| 2023 | $1,371/mo | +5.3% | +11.2% |
| 2024 | $1,403/mo | +2.3% | +13.8% |
| 2025 | $1,439/mo | +2.6% | +16.7% |
| 2026 | $1,484/mo | +3.1% | +20.4% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Hickory changed since 2021?
Median rent in Hickory, NC was $1,233 in 2021-10 and is $1,522 as of 2026-09 — a change of $289 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 +23.4% ($289 per month). The current median is $1,522.
Is rent in Hickory going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Hickory, NC has increased +3.7% ($54/mo). Current median: $1,522.