Hickory, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Catawba County County
Hickory, NC
At a Glance
How Hickory Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hickory's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hickory a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hickory residents earn a median household income of $63,361 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,266. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8% (33% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,206 business establishments, including 375 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hickory is $248,300 , 12% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $294,938. Median rent is $975/month, with 26.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Safety & Crime
Hickory reports 410 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 8% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,847/100K. The murder rate is 2.2/100K.
Education
35.9% of adults in Hickory hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above the national average). 89.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hickory has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.