2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Rifle, CO
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Rifle, Colorado as of September 2026. That's +46% lower than the citywide median of $2,575 and +16% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Rifle
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 Rifle
Compare Rifle'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 | Trinidad | $1,130 |
| 4 | Montrose | $1,160 |
| 5 | Stratmoor | $1,185 |
| 6 | Clifton | $1,200 |
| 7 | Cortez | $1,200 |
| 8 | Glendale | $1,309 |
| 9 | Pueblo | $1,330 |
| 10 | Manitou Springs | $1,340 |
| 11 | Granby | $1,370 |
| 12 | Rifle (this page) | $1,390 |
| 13 | Federal Heights | $1,400 |
| 14 | Grand Junction | $1,436 |
| 15 | Greeley | $1,525 |
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 | $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? 4 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Rifle.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Rifle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton, CO | 49.4 mi | $1,200 | $-190 (-14%) |
| Grand Junction, CO | 53.7 mi | $1,436 | +$46 (+3%) |
| Glenwood Springs, CO | 56.8 mi | $1,620 | +$230 (+17%) |
| Fruita, CO | 64.2 mi | $1,590 | +$200 (+14%) |
| Carbondale, CO | 74.3 mi | $2,250 | +$860 (+62%) |
| Montrose, CO | 90.5 mi | $1,160 | $-230 (-17%) |
| Eagle, CO | 94.5 mi | $2,090 | +$700 (+50%) |
| Steamboat Springs, CO | 102.8 mi | $2,030 | +$640 (+46%) |
| Aspen, CO | 107.8 mi | $2,240 | +$850 (+61%) |
| Vernal, UT | 112 mi | $930 | $-460 (-33%) |
| Vail, CO | 119.2 mi | $1,669 | +$279 (+20%) |
| Rock Springs, WY | 127.2 mi | $1,000 | $-390 (-28%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Rifle — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Rifle?
As of September 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Rifle, Colorado is $1,390 per month. This is +46% below the citywide median of $2,575.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Rifle?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $55,600 ($4,633/month gross), which works out to roughly $26.73/hour at a full-time job.
Is Rifle expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Rifle's 2-bedroom median of $1,390 is +16% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 32th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Rifle rank for 2-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 68 cities in Colorado with 2-bedroom data, Rifle ranks #12 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Rifle?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Clifton ($1,200), Montrose ($1,160), Vernal ($930).