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HICKORY, NC 28602

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Catawba County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The HICKORY, NC real estate market (28602) currently shows 111 active listings, with 35 pending sales. Homes are averaging 56 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 56 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.6% year-over-year, from $304,000 to $327,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 29,298  ·  Density: 160.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $53,180

Typical home value: $161,745  ·  Homeownership: 67.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
111
⇧ 27.6% vs 87 last year
Pending
35
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$327,000
⇧ 7.6% vs $304,000 last year
Average Price
$378,584
⇧ 16.4% vs $325,318 last year
Days on Market
56
⇩ 26.3% vs 76 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$196
⇩ 1.5% vs $199/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,687 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 111 this year vs 87 last year
  • Days on market: 56 now vs 76 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $327,000 (+7.6% YoY)
  • Average: $378,584 (+16.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 22.2 miles — 963 listings ($480,863,683 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28602Hickory, NC 286020.0 mi97$33,339,094$324,993$343,702
28601Hickory, NC 286017.4 mi248$111,115,904$364,475$448,048
28612Connelly Springs, NC 286128.5 mi50$22,257,900$279,725$445,158
28630Granite Falls, NC 2863010.7 mi73$40,059,115$349,900$548,755
28690Valdese, NC 2869011.3 mi26$8,724,898$292,500$335,573
28610Claremont, NC 2861014.3 mi26$9,419,254$354,475$362,279
28092Lincolnton, NC 2809215.2 mi167$70,249,385$371,245$420,655
28020Casar, NC 2802017.9 mi8$2,009,336$260,000$251,167
28609Catawba, NC 2860918.6 mi42$28,683,060$389,100$682,930
28681Taylorsville, NC 2868119.3 mi65$25,614,680$316,875$394,072
28678Stony Point, NC 2867821.2 mi10$3,725,440$329,900$372,544
28080Iron Station, NC 2808021.8 mi46$35,642,502$551,175$774,837
28673Sherrills Ford, NC 2867322.2 mi105$90,023,115$533,500$857,363

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HICKORY, NC 28602?

As of March 2026, there are 111 active listings in HICKORY, NC (zip code 28602), compared to 87 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HICKORY, NC 28602?

The median listing price in HICKORY, NC 28602 is $327,000 as of March 2026, a 7.6% increase from $304,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in HICKORY, NC?

Homes in HICKORY, NC 28602 spend an average of 56 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 76 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HICKORY, NC 28602?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, HICKORY, NC 28602 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 56 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in HICKORY, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HICKORY, NC 28602 save an estimated $6,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $327,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.