Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Hickory, NC 28603
1 affordable building in 28603 · 38 more within 9 mi
Hickory, NC 28603 has 1 income-restricted building: 1 tax credit. 38 more are listed within 9 miles. These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
In 28603
No buildings in 28603 match this filter.
Nearby
The 20 closest of 38 in nearby ZIPs. Pick a ZIP below to see all of them.
Apple Hill Apts
800 W 15th St, Newton, NC 28658
3 mi away
44 units · 2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Dixon Units
2401 2415 Fire Department St, Newton, NC 28658
3.1 mi away
2 units · 3 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Bradbury Apartments
2901 Old Conover Startown Road, Newton, NC 28658
3.3 mi away
40 units · 1–3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
Arc/Hds Catawba Co Gh #4
722 8th AVE SW, Conover, NC 28613
3.6 mi away
7 units · 6 income-restricted · Studio · People with disabilities
Hickory Scattered Sites & Wimberly Crossing
1128 2nd St Pl, Hickory, NC 28602
3.7 mi away
311 units · 1–4+ BR
Arc/Hds Catawba Co Gh #2
608 Fourth St SW, Conover, NC 28613
3.8 mi away
6 units · 5 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Bmw Apt Rehab
180 Sixth Ave Dr SW, Conover, NC 28613
3.9 mi away
6 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Kenworth Senior Citizens Center
426 Second Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602
4.2 mi away
55 units · Studio–2 BR
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Walker Apts II
266 Second Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602
4.3 mi away
9 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
Cac of Catawba Co.
2001-O Eastside Dr, Newton, NC 28658
4.4 mi away
10 units · 1 BR · People with disabilities
Sandal Wood Court
717 Sandalwood Ct, Newton, NC 28658
4.5 mi away
100 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Walker Apts I
227 Third Ave Ct SW, Hickory, NC 28602
4.5 mi away
2 units
- Affordability period may have ended — call to confirm
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 28603
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,250/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $50,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC area · median family income $85,200. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $17,900 | $29,850 | $47,750 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $34,100 | $54,550 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $38,350 | $61,350 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $42,600 | $68,150 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $46,050 | $73,650 |
| 6 | $44,360 | $49,450 | $79,100 |
| 7 | $50,040 | $52,850 | $84,550 |
| 8 | $55,720 | $56,250 | $90,000 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | 28603 | Wider area |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,050 | $961 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,050 | $965 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,250 | $1,147 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,520 | $1,399 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,860 | $1,707 |
Wider area = Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC. Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $1,010 (28637) to $1,320 (28601).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027 (Small Area FMR for ZIP figures). Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 28603's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 28603Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Hickory, NC 28603?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Hickory, NC 28603, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Hickory, NC 28603 have openings?
These lists for Hickory, NC 28603 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Hickory, NC 28603?
Use the phone number on each building card in Hickory, NC 28603. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Hickory, NC 28603?
In Hickory, NC 28603, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 28603?
This directory lists 1 income-restricted building in Hickory, NC 28603. The list does not show vacancies — call each property or the housing authority to ask about openings and waiting lists.
Is there affordable housing near 28603?
Yes — this page also lists 38 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Hickory, NC 28603 (within about 9 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Hickory, NC 28603?
Most income-restricted buildings in Hickory, NC 28603 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $29,850, and $42,600 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($47,750 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Hickory, NC 28603?
For many programs in Hickory, NC 28603, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $29,850 a year for 1 person and $42,600 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $47,750 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Hickory, NC 28603?
There is no single waiting list for Hickory, NC 28603. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Hickory, NC 28603?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. This page lists tax-credit apartments in Hickory, NC 28603. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Hickory, NC 28603?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Hickory, NC 28603, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Hickory, NC 28603 is $1,250 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Hickory, NC 28603?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Hickory, NC 28603. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Hickory, NC 28603?
This page may still list buildings in Hickory, NC 28603 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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