2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Cicero, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Cicero, Illinois as of October 2026. That's +10% higher than the citywide median of $1,322 and +12% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Cicero
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 Cicero
Compare Cicero's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbondale | $645 |
| 2 | Dixon | $870 |
| 3 | Pekin | $920 |
| 4 | Charleston | $930 |
| 5 | East Peoria | $940 |
| 6 | Quincy | $950 |
| 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 | 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 | 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 | Bolingbrook | $2,325 |
| 13 | Romeoville | $2,310 |
| 14 | Elmhurst | $2,310 |
| 15 | Geneva | $2,300 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Cicero.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Cicero |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berwyn, IL | 2.2 mi | $1,600 | +$140 (+10%) |
| Oak Park, IL | 4 mi | $2,030 | +$570 (+39%) |
| Forest Park, IL | 4.4 mi | $1,650 | +$190 (+13%) |
| Brookfield, IL | 6.1 mi | $1,530 | +$70 (+5%) |
| Chicago, IL | 6.5 mi | $1,925 | +$465 (+32%) |
| Elmwood Park, IL | 6.6 mi | $1,670 | +$210 (+14%) |
| Broadview, IL | 6.8 mi | $1,400 | $-60 (-4%) |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 8.6 mi | $1,630 | +$170 (+12%) |
| La Grange, IL | 8.6 mi | $1,720 | +$260 (+18%) |
| Evergreen Park, IL | 8.9 mi | $1,620 | +$160 (+11%) |
| Chicago Ridge, IL | 9.4 mi | $1,460 | — |
| Worth, IL | 10.6 mi | $1,490 | +$30 (+2%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Cicero — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Cicero?
As of October 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Cicero, Illinois is $1,460 per month. This is +10% higher than the citywide median of $1,322.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Cicero?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $58,400 ($4,867/month gross), which works out to roughly $28.08/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cicero expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Cicero's 2-bedroom median of $1,460 is +12% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 37th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cicero rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 137 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Cicero ranks #47 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Cicero?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Broadview ($1,400).