2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Carbondale, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Carbondale, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +35% higher than the citywide median of $749 and +39% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Carbondale
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 Carbondale
Compare Carbondale's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rantoul | $762 |
| 2 | Dixon | $870 |
| 3 | Pekin | $920 |
| 4 | Charleston | $930 |
| 5 | Quincy | $950 |
| 6 | Macomb | $960 |
| 7 | Rock Island | $990 |
| 8 | Decatur | $995 |
| 9 | Carbondale (this page) | $1,010 |
| 10 | Danville | $1,010 |
| 11 | Moline | $1,010 |
| 12 | Normal | $1,010 |
| 13 | Savoy | $1,010 |
| 14 | Pontoon Beach | $1,014 |
| 15 | Marion | $1,020 |
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? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Carbondale.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Carbondale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herrin, IL | 13.4 mi | $1,130 | +$120 (+12%) |
| Marion, IL | 20.7 mi | $1,020 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Jackson, MO | 36.3 mi | $1,150 | +$140 (+14%) |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | 37.6 mi | $990 | $-20 (-2%) |
| Paducah, KY | 59.8 mi | $1,050 | +$40 (+4%) |
| Shiloh, IL | 71.8 mi | $1,230 | +$220 (+22%) |
| O Fallon, IL | 76.8 mi | $1,440 | +$430 (+43%) |
| Swansea, IL | 76.8 mi | $1,184 | +$174 (+17%) |
| Belleville, IL | 77.5 mi | $1,120 | +$110 (+11%) |
| Troy, IL | 80.5 mi | $1,160 | +$150 (+15%) |
| Fairview Heights, IL | 80.7 mi | $1,320 | +$310 (+31%) |
| Collinsville, IL | 84.2 mi | $1,130 | +$120 (+12%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Carbondale — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Carbondale?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Carbondale, Illinois is $1,010 per month. This is +35% higher than the citywide median of $749.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Carbondale?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $40,400 ($3,367/month gross), which works out to roughly $19.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Carbondale expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Carbondale's 2-bedroom median of $1,010 is +39% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 6th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Carbondale rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Carbondale ranks #9 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Carbondale?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Cape Girardeau ($990).