2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Erie, CO
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Erie, Colorado as of July 2026. That's +16% lower than the citywide median of $2,989 and +52% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Erie
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 Erie
Compare Erie's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamosa | $970 |
| 2 | Sterling | $1,030 |
| 3 | Montrose | $1,160 |
| 4 | Stratmoor | $1,185 |
| 5 | Clifton | $1,200 |
| 6 | Cortez | $1,200 |
| 7 | Pueblo | $1,330 |
| 8 | Manitou Springs | $1,340 |
| 9 | Granby | $1,370 |
| 10 | Rifle | $1,390 |
| 11 | Grand Junction | $1,436 |
| 12 | Greeley | $1,525 |
| 13 | Woodland Park | $1,580 |
| 14 | Fruita | $1,590 |
| 15 | Evans | $1,600 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highlands Ranch | $2,833 |
| 2 | Morrison | $2,610 |
| 3 | Peyton | $2,570 |
| 4 | Commerce City | $2,530 |
| 5 | Superior | $2,529 |
| 6 | Greenwood Village | $2,520 |
| 7 | Erie (this page) | $2,520 |
| 8 | Thornton | $2,453 |
| 9 | Lone Tree | $2,450 |
| 10 | Castle Rock | $2,440 |
| 11 | Evergreen | $2,430 |
| 12 | Littleton | $2,423 |
| 13 | Parker | $2,405 |
| 14 | Broomfield | $2,405 |
| 15 | Monument | $2,400 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Erie.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Erie |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette, CO | 5.7 mi | $2,140 | $-380 (-15%) |
| Broomfield, CO | 6.8 mi | $2,405 | $-115 (-5%) |
| Firestone, CO | 8.6 mi | $1,929 | $-591 (-23%) |
| Longmont, CO | 9.9 mi | $2,023 | $-497 (-20%) |
| Northglenn, CO | 10.1 mi | $1,874 | $-646 (-26%) |
| Thornton, CO | 11.2 mi | $2,453 | $-67 (-3%) |
| Louisville, CO | 11.4 mi | $2,380 | $-140 (-6%) |
| Superior, CO | 11.9 mi | $2,529 | +$9 (0%) |
| Federal Heights, CO | 12.8 mi | $1,990 | $-530 (-21%) |
| Westminster, CO | 12.9 mi | $2,170 | $-350 (-14%) |
| Commerce City, CO | 15.2 mi | $2,530 | +$10 (0%) |
| Brighton, CO | 16.4 mi | $2,010 | $-510 (-20%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Erie — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Erie?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Erie, Colorado is $2,520 per month. This is +16% below the citywide median of $2,989.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Erie?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $100,800 ($8,400/month gross), which works out to roughly $48.46/hour at a full-time job.
Is Erie expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Erie's 2-bedroom median of $2,520 is +52% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 85th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Erie rank for 2-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 66 cities in Colorado with 2-bedroom data, Erie ranks #60 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Erie?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Lafayette ($2,140), Broomfield ($2,405), Firestone ($1,929).