Hickory, NC Town Overview
Hickory has beautiful climate with four seasons that are as distinct as they are mild, challenging places to work, low cost of living, diverse cultures, vast array of recreational opportunities, arts and culture and an unparalleled lifestyle. It is an ideal place to live, work, play, raise a family and retire. Hickory is located in the Western part of North Carolina situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Official elevation of the county is 1140 feet. We are one hour east of the Mountains and 4 ½ hours west of the Atlantic Ocean. Hickory boasts numerous awards including being named one of Money Magazine's "most livable places to live."
History: Hickory is known as the economic, social and cultural center of the Catawba River Valley. Beginning in the 1790s, the town grew around its first establishment, the Hickory Tavern. Growing continuously, the town was incorporated in 1890.
County: Catawba
Population: 40,583
Elevation: 1140
Climate:
Month
Avg. High
Avg. Low
January
48°F
29°F
February
53°F
31°F
March
61°F
38°F
April
70°F
46°F
May
77°F
55°F
June
84°F
63°F
July
87°F
67°F
August
86°F
66°F
September
79°F
59°F
October
70°F
47°F
November
60°F
39°F
December
51°F
31°F
Property Taxes: Millage Rate- 53 ½ per 100
Median Home Price: 155,834
Airports: Hickory Regional Airport
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