2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Tucson, AZ
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Tucson, Arizona as of August 2026. That's +5% higher than the citywide median of $1,421 and +10% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Tucson
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 Tucson
Compare Tucson's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bullhead City | $1,305 |
| 2 | Kingman | $1,315 |
| 3 | Sierra Vista | $1,345 |
| 4 | Glendale | $1,388 |
| 5 | Fort Mohave | $1,400 |
| 6 | Mesa | $1,417 |
| 7 | Phoenix | $1,439 |
| 8 | Cottonwood | $1,480 |
| 9 | Green Valley | $1,490 |
| 10 | Tucson (this page) | $1,492 |
| 11 | Yuma | $1,503 |
| 12 | Tempe | $1,523 |
| 13 | Goodyear | $1,558 |
| 14 | Lake Havasu City | $1,563 |
| 15 | Prescott | $1,563 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Arizona
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waddell | $2,870 |
| 2 | Anthem | $2,770 |
| 3 | Queen Creek | $2,630 |
| 4 | Gilbert | $2,603 |
| 5 | Scottsdale | $2,512 |
| 6 | Litchfield Park | $2,490 |
| 7 | Buckeye | $2,385 |
| 8 | San Tan Valley | $2,355 |
| 9 | Surprise | $2,304 |
| 10 | Peoria | $2,270 |
| 11 | Fountain Hills | $2,270 |
| 12 | Maricopa | $2,205 |
| 13 | Tolleson | $2,150 |
| 14 | Avondale | $2,105 |
| 15 | Flagstaff | $2,073 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Tucson.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Tucson |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oro Valley, AZ | 12.7 mi | $2,060 | +$568 (+38%) |
| Sahuarita, AZ | 22.4 mi | $1,970 | +$478 (+32%) |
| Vail, AZ | 24.8 mi | $2,060 | +$568 (+38%) |
| Marana, AZ | 28.4 mi | $1,790 | +$298 (+20%) |
| Green Valley, AZ | 28.7 mi | $1,490 | $-2 (0%) |
| Florence, AZ | 51.8 mi | $1,740 | +$248 (+17%) |
| Arizona City, AZ | 62.5 mi | $1,690 | +$198 (+13%) |
| Coolidge, AZ | 67 mi | $1,690 | +$198 (+13%) |
| Casa Grande, AZ | 69.9 mi | $1,700 | +$208 (+14%) |
| Sierra Vista, AZ | 70.4 mi | $1,345 | $-147 (-10%) |
| San Tan Valley, AZ | 78.7 mi | $2,355 | +$863 (+58%) |
| Queen Creek, AZ | 82.6 mi | $2,630 | +$1,138 (+76%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Tucson — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Tucson?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Tucson, Arizona is $1,492 per month. This is +5% higher than the citywide median of $1,421.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Tucson?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $59,680 ($4,973/month gross), which works out to roughly $28.69/hour at a full-time job.
Is Tucson expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Tucson's 2-bedroom median of $1,492 is +10% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 40th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Tucson rank for 2-bedroom rent in Arizona?
Among the 48 cities in Arizona with 2-bedroom data, Tucson ranks #10 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Tucson?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Green Valley ($1,490), Sierra Vista ($1,345).