Hickory is a city in Burke, Caldwell, and Catawba counties. Hickory has the 162nd largest urban area in the United States. It's the 4th largest metropolitan area in North Carolina. The MSA, which includes Alexander, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba counties, is often referred to as the "Unifour," although this name is largely unknown outside the region.
Hickory is home to an appealing variety of historic buildings, museums, and interesting sightseeing opportunities. Stroll through Hickory’s sights on your own, or take a more organized approach to your Hickory sightseeing by checking on local tours. Take advantage of Hickory attractions and those in the surrounding area, both indoors and out. From a simple picnic or afternoon retreat to the park to a technical hike, a round of golf, or a more adventurous sport, there are plenty of Hickory activities to keep you busy.
Hickory is home to one of the oldest furniture manufacturers in the United States that is still located and operated on the original site. Hickory White, formerly known as Hickory Manufacturing Company, was built in 1902 and has been in continuous operation ever since. During World War II, the factory made ammo boxes for the U.S. Military instead of furniture.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $155,834
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 40,985. Hickory covers 28.1 square miles. It sits at an elevation of
Zip codes: 28601, 28602, 28603 - ea code: 828
Climate
Hickory, NC climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 87.80 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 29.20 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 20 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 21 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Hickory is 48.98 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is March with an average rainfall of 4.92 Inches.
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