2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Burbank, CA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Burbank, California as of October 2026. That's +8% higher than the citywide median of $2,752 and +79% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Burbank
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 Burbank
Compare Burbank's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taft | $1,140 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $1,171 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,180 |
| 4 | California City | $1,230 |
| 5 | Clearlake | $1,250 |
| 6 | Oroville | $1,305 |
| 7 | El Centro | $1,330 |
| 8 | Paradise | $1,330 |
| 9 | Red Bluff | $1,350 |
| 10 | Eureka | $1,360 |
| 11 | Fortuna | $1,370 |
| 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 | Scotts Valley | $4,720 |
| 2 | Aptos | $4,720 |
| 3 | Foster City | $4,560 |
| 4 | Montecito | $4,540 |
| 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? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Burbank.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Burbank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale, CA | 4.7 mi | $2,971 | +$9 (0%) |
| La Crescenta-Montrose, CA | 6 mi | $3,110 | +$148 (+5%) |
| West Hollywood, CA | 7.7 mi | $3,660 | +$698 (+24%) |
| La Canada Flintridge, CA | 8.2 mi | $3,940 | +$978 (+33%) |
| Beverly Hills, CA | 9.4 mi | $3,767 | +$805 (+27%) |
| Los Angeles, CA | 10.6 mi | $2,884 | $-78 (-3%) |
| South Pasadena, CA | 12.4 mi | $3,020 | +$58 (+2%) |
| Altadena, CA | 12.5 mi | $2,980 | +$18 (+1%) |
| Pasadena, CA | 12.9 mi | $3,087 | +$125 (+4%) |
| View Park-Windsor Hills, CA | 13.3 mi | $2,206 | $-756 (-26%) |
| Culver City, CA | 13.3 mi | $3,390 | +$428 (+14%) |
| Alhambra, CA | 14.4 mi | $2,410 | $-552 (-19%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Burbank — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Burbank?
As of October 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Burbank, California is $2,962 per month. This is +8% higher than the citywide median of $2,752.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Burbank?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $118,480 ($9,873/month gross), which works out to roughly $56.96/hour at a full-time job.
Is Burbank expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Burbank's 2-bedroom median of $2,962 is +79% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 94th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Burbank rank for 2-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 381 cities in California with 2-bedroom data, Burbank ranks #253 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Burbank?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Los Angeles ($2,884), View Park-Windsor Hills ($2,206), Alhambra ($2,410).