Active Listings
92
⇧ 12.2% vs 82 last year
Population: 29,298 · Density: 160.1/mi² · Median household income: $53,180
Typical home value: $161,745 · Homeownership: 67.6%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The HICKORY, NC real estate market (28602) currently shows 92 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 64 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 64 days on market compared to 83 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 10.3% year-over-year, from $299,000 to $329,900.
Whether you are buying or selling in HICKORY, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28602 | Hickory, NC 28602 | 0.0 mi | 92 | $33,240,244 | $329,900 | $361,307 |
| 28601 | Hickory, NC 28601 | 7.4 mi | 245 | $120,251,145 | $387,500 | $490,821 |
| 28612 | Connelly Springs, NC 28612 | 8.5 mi | 43 | $20,694,094 | $280,000 | $481,258 |
| 28630 | Granite Falls, NC 28630 | 10.7 mi | 79 | $41,750,552 | $359,900 | $528,488 |
| 28690 | Valdese, NC 28690 | 11.3 mi | 36 | $11,849,868 | $304,950 | $329,163 |
| 28610 | Claremont, NC 28610 | 14.3 mi | 30 | $10,667,670 | $350,000 | $355,589 |
| 28092 | Lincolnton, NC 28092 | 15.2 mi | 167 | $69,765,252 | $351,760 | $417,756 |
| 28020 | Casar, NC 28020 | 17.9 mi | 5 | $1,102,500 | $221,000 | $220,500 |
| 28609 | Catawba, NC 28609 | 18.6 mi | 44 | $28,398,832 | $395,000 | $645,428 |
| 28681 | Taylorsville, NC 28681 | 19.3 mi | 61 | $25,514,592 | $349,950 | $418,272 |
| 28678 | Stony Point, NC 28678 | 21.2 mi | 12 | $4,585,068 | $341,500 | $382,089 |
| 28080 | Iron Station, NC 28080 | 21.8 mi | 43 | $31,566,128 | $499,000 | $734,096 |
| 28645 | Lenoir, NC 28645 | 22.7 mi | 184 | $84,587,928 | $329,950 | $459,717 |
As of January 2026, there are 92 active listings in HICKORY, NC (zip code 28602), compared to 82 the prior year.
The median listing price in HICKORY, NC 28602 is $329,900 as of January 2026, a 10.3% increase from $299,000 the prior year.
Homes in HICKORY, NC 28602 spend an average of 64 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 83 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, HICKORY, NC 28602 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 64 days on market compared to 83 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HICKORY, NC 28602 save an estimated $6,598 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $329,900. 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.