2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Concord, CA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Concord, California as of July 2026. That's +2% higher than the citywide median of $2,584 and +59% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Concord
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 Concord
Compare Concord'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? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Concord.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Concord |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Hill, CA | 4.9 mi | $2,920 | +$295 (+11%) |
| Walnut Creek, CA | 5.2 mi | $3,247 | +$622 (+24%) |
| Pittsburg, CA | 7.6 mi | $2,340 | $-285 (-11%) |
| Martinez, CA | 9 mi | $2,430 | $-195 (-7%) |
| Lafayette, CA | 9 mi | $3,510 | +$885 (+34%) |
| Danville, CA | 11.7 mi | $3,490 | +$865 (+33%) |
| Moraga, CA | 11.7 mi | $3,150 | +$525 (+20%) |
| Benicia, CA | 12.4 mi | $2,810 | +$185 (+7%) |
| Orinda, CA | 13.8 mi | $2,930 | +$305 (+12%) |
| Antioch, CA | 14.8 mi | $2,895 | +$270 (+10%) |
| San Ramon, CA | 15.4 mi | $3,330 | +$705 (+27%) |
| Suisun City, CA | 16.2 mi | $2,550 | $-75 (-3%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Concord — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Concord?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Concord, California is $2,625 per month. This is +2% higher than the citywide median of $2,584.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Concord?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $105,000 ($8,750/month gross), which works out to roughly $50.48/hour at a full-time job.
Is Concord expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Concord's 2-bedroom median of $2,625 is +59% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 89th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Concord rank for 2-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 2-bedroom data, Concord ranks #174 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Concord?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Pittsburg ($2,340), Martinez ($2,430), Suisun City ($2,550).