2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Cahokia, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Cahokia, Illinois as of June 2026. That's +13% lower than the citywide median of $1,375 and +27% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Cahokia
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 Cahokia
Compare Cahokia's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dixon | $870 |
| 2 | Pekin | $920 |
| 3 | Charleston | $930 |
| 4 | East Peoria | $940 |
| 5 | Quincy | $950 |
| 6 | Peoria Heights | $980 |
| 7 | Rantoul | $980 |
| 8 | Rock Island | $990 |
| 9 | Decatur | $995 |
| 10 | Carbondale | $1,010 |
| 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 | Lake Forest | $2,640 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $2,640 |
| 4 | Barrington | $2,640 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $2,530 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $2,530 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $2,490 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $2,455 |
| 9 | Naperville | $2,388 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $2,380 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $2,380 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $2,370 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $2,340 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $2,325 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $2,310 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Cahokia.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Cahokia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, MO | 6.4 mi | $1,241 | +$41 (+3%) |
| Belleville, IL | 10.9 mi | $1,120 | $-80 (-7%) |
| Maplewood, MO | 11 mi | $1,090 | $-110 (-9%) |
| Affton, MO | 11.3 mi | $1,180 | $-20 (-2%) |
| Fairview Heights, IL | 11.3 mi | $1,320 | +$120 (+10%) |
| Mehlville, MO | 11.3 mi | $1,074 | $-126 (-10%) |
| Granite City, IL | 11.3 mi | $1,090 | $-110 (-9%) |
| Richmond Heights, MO | 12 mi | $1,350 | +$150 (+13%) |
| Clayton, MO | 12.2 mi | $1,740 | +$540 (+45%) |
| Pontoon Beach, IL | 12.5 mi | $1,014 | $-186 (-15%) |
| Swansea, IL | 12.5 mi | $1,184 | $-16 (-1%) |
| Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO | 12.7 mi | $1,190 | $-10 (-1%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Cahokia — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Cahokia?
As of June 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Cahokia, Illinois is $1,200 per month. This is +13% below the citywide median of $1,375.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Cahokia?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $48,000 ($4,000/month gross), which works out to roughly $23.08/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cahokia expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Cahokia's 2-bedroom median of $1,200 is +27% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 19th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cahokia rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 140 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Cahokia ranks #32 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Cahokia?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Belleville ($1,120), Maplewood ($1,090), Affton ($1,180).