28601 — Hickory, NC Home Values
Typical home value $311,485 as of June 2026 · 5th of 21 in Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28601, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28601 compares in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area
ZIP code 28601 (Hickory, NC) has a typical home value of $311,485 as of June 2026, ranking 5th of 21 ZIP codes tracked in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area, more expensive than about 81% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +2.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +32.3%, from $235,382 in June 2021 to $311,485 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 18.2× the annual rent ($1,423/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Hickory.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28601 has a population of 52,839, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 74.1% White, 9.3% Hispanic or Latino, 7.8% Black or African American, 4.6% two or more races, 4.1% Asian, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northview Middle | 302 28th Avenue NE, Hickory, NC | 0.4 mi |
| W M Jenkins Elementary | 3750 N Center Street, Hickory, NC | 0.6 mi |
| Viewmont Elementary | 21 16th Avenue NW, Hickory, NC | 1.5 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 28601?
$311,485 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28601 an expensive ZIP code in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area?
28601 ranks 5th of 21 ZIP codes in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 81% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28601 changed over the past year?
+2.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 28601?
The typical home price is 18.2× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,423/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 28601?
52,839, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28601?
Northview Middle (0.4 mi), W M Jenkins Elementary (0.6 mi), Viewmont Elementary (1.5 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 28601?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.