ZIP Code Market Report
28602 — Hickory, NC
Data through February 2026 · Updated monthly
Avg Home Value
$248,496
▲ 2.2% year-over-year
Month-over-Month
-0.3%
▼ 0.3%
Single Family
$246,882
Condo / Co-op
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The average home value in the 28602 ZIP code (Hickory, NORTH-CAROLINA) is $248,496 as of February 2026. Home prices are rising, up 2.2% compared to last year.
A 3-bedroom home in 28602 is valued at $269,637. 1-bedroom units start around $123,934.
The market in 28602 has a $223,518 spread between bottom-tier homes at $157,372 and top-tier homes at $380,890. Bottom-tier properties represent the primary opportunity range for real estate investors using the 70% rule, fix-and-flip, or BRRRR strategies.
Looking ahead, Zillow's forecast model projects home values in the 28602 ZIP code will increase 0.3% over the next 12 months, bringing the projected average to approximately $249,241. This modest projected change should be factored into any investment analysis for properties in this area.
This report is part of the Burke County market area in NORTH-CAROLINA. For a broader view of the housing market including rent data, market activity, and affordability analysis, see the full Burke County report.
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Market Snapshot
28602 Housing Market at a Glance
Key metrics for the last 3 months with trend direction.
| Metric | Dec 2025 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2026 | 3-Mo Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg Home Value | $250,485 | $249,353 | $248,496 | ▼ 0.8% |
| Single Family Value | $245,834 | $246,190 | $246,882 | ▲ 0.4% |
Home Values
28602 Home Value Trend
Historical home values for ZIP code 28602. Switch between All Homes, Single Family, Bottom Tier, and Top Tier.
Source: Zillow Research ZHVI / ZORI · Updated monthly
By Bedroom
What Homes Cost in 28602
Median home values by bedroom count in this ZIP code.
| Bedrooms | Median Value |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $123,934 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $164,263 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $269,637 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $385,050 |
Property Types
Home Values by Property Type in 28602
How different property types compare in this ZIP code.
All Homes
$248,496
Single Family
$246,882
Bottom Tier
$157,372
Top Tier
$380,890
Forecast
12-Month Home Value Forecast for 28602
Zillow projects home values in 28602 will increase 0.3% over the next year, reaching approximately $249,241.
Current Value
$248,496
Projected Change
+0.3%
▲ 0.3%
Projected Value
$249,241
Source: Zillow Home Value Forecast (ZHVF). Forecasts are not guarantees.
Data Sources and Methodology
Home value data for ZIP code 28602 comes from the Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), updated monthly. ZHVI measures the typical home value using Zillow's automated valuation model, smoothed and seasonally adjusted.
This report was last updated February 2026. Data is refreshed on the 17th of each month.
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