2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Anchorage, AK
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Anchorage, Alaska as of August 2026. That's +7% lower than the citywide median of $1,730 and +3% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Anchorage
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Anchorage
Compare Anchorage's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Alaska
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wasilla | $1,370 |
| 2 | Fairbanks | $1,490 |
| 3 | Anchorage (this page) | $1,613 |
| 4 | North Pole | $1,690 |
| 5 | Eagle River | $2,070 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Alaska
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eagle River | $2,070 |
| 2 | North Pole | $1,690 |
| 3 | Anchorage (this page) | $1,613 |
| 4 | Fairbanks | $1,490 |
| 5 | Wasilla | $1,370 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Anchorage.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Anchorage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wasilla, AK | 69.6 mi | $1,370 | $-243 (-15%) |
| Eagle River, AK | 113.9 mi | $2,070 | +$457 (+28%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Anchorage — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Anchorage?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Anchorage, Alaska is $1,613 per month. This is +7% below the citywide median of $1,730.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Anchorage?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $64,520 ($5,377/month gross), which works out to roughly $31.02/hour at a full-time job.
Is Anchorage expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Anchorage's 2-bedroom median of $1,613 is +3% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 47th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Anchorage rank for 2-bedroom rent in Alaska?
Among the 5 cities in Alaska with 2-bedroom data, Anchorage ranks #3 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Anchorage?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Wasilla ($1,370).