2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bloomingdale, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Bloomingdale, Illinois as of August 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $2,481 and +21% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Bloomingdale
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 Bloomingdale
Compare Bloomingdale's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbondale | $670 |
| 2 | Dixon | $870 |
| 3 | Pekin | $920 |
| 4 | Charleston | $930 |
| 5 | Quincy | $950 |
| 6 | Macomb | $960 |
| 7 | Peoria Heights | $980 |
| 8 | Rantoul | $980 |
| 9 | Rock Island | $990 |
| 10 | Decatur | $995 |
| 11 | Danville | $1,010 |
| 12 | Moline | $1,010 |
| 13 | Normal | $1,010 |
| 14 | Savoy | $1,010 |
| 15 | Pontoon Beach | $1,014 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $2,640 |
| 2 | Deerfield | $2,640 |
| 3 | Barrington | $2,640 |
| 4 | Wilmette | $2,530 |
| 5 | Buffalo Grove | $2,530 |
| 6 | Highland Park | $2,490 |
| 7 | Plainfield | $2,455 |
| 8 | Naperville | $2,388 |
| 9 | Vernon Hills | $2,380 |
| 10 | Streamwood | $2,380 |
| 11 | Northbrook | $2,370 |
| 12 | Bartlett | $2,340 |
| 13 | Bolingbrook | $2,325 |
| 14 | Romeoville | $2,310 |
| 15 | Elmhurst | $2,310 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Bloomingdale.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Bloomingdale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roselle, IL | 2.1 mi | $2,050 | +$40 (+2%) |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 2.3 mi | $2,010 | — |
| Carol Stream, IL | 3.5 mi | $1,880 | $-130 (-6%) |
| Addison, IL | 5.3 mi | $1,580 | $-430 (-21%) |
| Glen Ellyn, IL | 6.2 mi | $1,620 | $-390 (-19%) |
| Schaumburg, IL | 6.6 mi | $2,197 | +$187 (+9%) |
| Wheaton, IL | 6.7 mi | $2,145 | +$135 (+7%) |
| Lombard, IL | 7.2 mi | $2,150 | +$140 (+7%) |
| Streamwood, IL | 7.7 mi | $2,380 | +$370 (+18%) |
| Elk Grove Village, IL | 7.7 mi | $1,960 | $-50 (-2%) |
| Bartlett, IL | 8.1 mi | $2,340 | +$330 (+16%) |
| Rolling Meadows, IL | 9.8 mi | $1,950 | $-60 (-3%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Bloomingdale — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Bloomingdale?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Bloomingdale, Illinois is $2,010 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $2,481.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Bloomingdale?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $80,400 ($6,700/month gross), which works out to roughly $38.65/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bloomingdale expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bloomingdale's 2-bedroom median of $2,010 is +21% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 69th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bloomingdale rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Bloomingdale ranks #104 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Bloomingdale?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Carol Stream ($1,880), Addison ($1,580), Glen Ellyn ($1,620).