Hickory city, North Carolina
Official LSAD Designation: Hickory city • Census GEOID: 3731060
• Burke County / Caldwell County / Catawba County
Hickory city is an incorporated city in Burke County, Caldwell County, Catawba County, North Carolina. According to official records from the Census (2025), Hickory city had an estimated population of 45,975 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Hickory city (GEOID 3731060).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Hickory
Municipal
Official Title:
Planning & Development Services
Address:
PO BOX 398, HICKORY NC 28603
County Of Burke
County
Official Title:
Chairperson
Address:
PO BOX 219, MORGANTON NC 28680-0219
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45,975 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $64,576 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $278,400 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 33.36 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).