2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Antioch, CA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Antioch, California as of July 2026. That's +12% higher than the citywide median of $2,575 and +75% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Antioch
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 Antioch
Compare Antioch's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,107 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,140 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,180 |
| 4 | Barstow | $1,216 |
| 5 | California City | $1,230 |
| 6 | Clearlake | $1,250 |
| 7 | Oroville | $1,305 |
| 8 | El Centro | $1,330 |
| 9 | Paradise | $1,330 |
| 10 | Red Bluff | $1,350 |
| 11 | Eureka | $1,360 |
| 12 | Shafter | $1,380 |
| 13 | Porterville | $1,390 |
| 14 | Hanford | $1,400 |
| 15 | Tehachapi | $1,440 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Cruz | $4,865 |
| 2 | Scotts Valley | $4,720 |
| 3 | Aptos | $4,720 |
| 4 | Foster City | $4,560 |
| 5 | Cupertino | $4,500 |
| 6 | Capitola | $4,290 |
| 7 | Coronado | $4,280 |
| 8 | Tiburon | $4,210 |
| 9 | Los Altos | $4,170 |
| 10 | Millbrae | $4,070 |
| 11 | Corte Madera | $4,040 |
| 12 | Solana Beach | $3,990 |
| 13 | Sunnyvale | $3,980 |
| 14 | Topanga | $3,940 |
| 15 | Rancho Palos Verdes | $3,940 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Antioch.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Antioch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakley, CA | 7.2 mi | $2,500 | $-395 (-14%) |
| Pittsburg, CA | 8.1 mi | $2,340 | $-555 (-19%) |
| Brentwood, CA | 9.6 mi | $2,980 | +$85 (+3%) |
| Concord, CA | 14.8 mi | $2,625 | $-270 (-9%) |
| Discovery Bay, CA | 15.5 mi | $3,480 | +$585 (+20%) |
| Danville, CA | 16 mi | $3,490 | +$595 (+21%) |
| Suisun City, CA | 17.2 mi | $2,550 | $-345 (-12%) |
| Walnut Creek, CA | 17.6 mi | $3,247 | +$352 (+12%) |
| San Ramon, CA | 18.5 mi | $3,330 | +$435 (+15%) |
| Pleasanton, CA | 18.5 mi | $3,365 | +$470 (+16%) |
| Pleasant Hill, CA | 19.6 mi | $2,920 | +$25 (+1%) |
| Dublin, CA | 20.1 mi | $3,590 | +$695 (+24%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Antioch — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Antioch?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Antioch, California is $2,895 per month. This is +12% higher than the citywide median of $2,575.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Antioch?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $115,800 ($9,650/month gross), which works out to roughly $55.67/hour at a full-time job.
Is Antioch expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Antioch's 2-bedroom median of $2,895 is +75% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 93th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Antioch rank for 2-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 2-bedroom data, Antioch ranks #246 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Antioch?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Oakley ($2,500), Pittsburg ($2,340), Concord ($2,625).