28636 — Hiddenite, NC Home Values
Typical home value $240,025 as of June 2026 · 19th of 21 in Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28636, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28636 compares in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area
ZIP code 28636 (Hiddenite, NC) has a typical home value of $240,025 as of June 2026, ranking 19th of 21 ZIP codes tracked in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area, more expensive than about 14% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +6.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +33.7%, from $179,507 in June 2021 to $240,025 in June 2026.
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 28636 has a population of 5,129, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 82.7% White, 9.7% two or more races, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.4% Black or African American.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hiddenite Elementary | 374 Sulphur Springs Road, Hiddenite, NC | 2.7 mi |
| East Alexander Middle | 1285 White Plains Road, Hiddenite, NC | 3.4 mi |
| Stony Point Elementary | 311 Stony Point School Road, Stony Point, NC | 4.9 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 28636?
$240,025 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28636 an expensive ZIP code in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area?
28636 ranks 19th of 21 ZIP codes in the Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 14% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28636 changed over the past year?
+6.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28636?
5,129, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28636?
Hiddenite Elementary (2.7 mi), East Alexander Middle (3.4 mi), Stony Point Elementary (4.9 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 28636?
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.