Median Income
$36,481
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$100,900
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$729
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.0%
45% higher than US avg
How Hickory Flat Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population714
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density744/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans7.1%
Economy
B
Median Income$36,481
Per Capita$18,972
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$400M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$100,900
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,550
Rent Burden33.3%
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.6 in/yr
Elevation424 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+81.4%
School Score4.42
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute28 min
Broadband68.1%
Libraries2
Is Hickory Flat a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Hickory Flat receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hickory Flat offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Hickory Flat is $36,481, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Hickory Flat is $100,900, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Hickory Flat enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Hickory Flat has a population of 714 with a density of 744 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 4.9% Black.
Population
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Hickory Flat vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Hickory Flat vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Hickory Flat is $36,481, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Hickory Flat vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,481 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $18,972 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $893 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $43,925 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 18.0% |
| 45% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 94 |
| County GDP | $400M |
Business (County)
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,033 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.4% |
The median home value in Hickory Flat is $100,900, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,550.
Home Values
| Census Median | $100,900 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $156,550 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $729 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 33.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,033 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.01% |
In Hickory Flat, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Hickory Flat vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.2% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 9.1% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.8% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 15,037/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Hickory Flat vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Hickory Flat has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 58.6 inches |
| 54% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 424 ft (129 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 744/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6159°N, 89.1914°W |
| County FIPS | 28009 |