2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Decatur, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Decatur, Illinois as of August 2026. That's the same as the citywide median and +40% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Decatur
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 Decatur
Compare Decatur'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 (this page) | $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? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Decatur.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Decatur |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington, IL | 42.2 mi | $1,085 | +$90 (+9%) |
| Springfield, IL | 42.9 mi | $1,095 | +$100 (+10%) |
| Normal, IL | 46 mi | $1,010 | +$15 (+2%) |
| Mahomet, IL | 47.8 mi | $1,290 | +$295 (+30%) |
| Chatham, IL | 49.9 mi | $1,380 | +$385 (+39%) |
| Savoy, IL | 54.1 mi | $1,010 | +$15 (+2%) |
| Champaign, IL | 54.2 mi | $1,233 | +$238 (+24%) |
| Montgomery, IL | 56.6 mi | $1,593 | +$598 (+60%) |
| Urbana, IL | 60.2 mi | $1,040 | +$45 (+5%) |
| Pekin, IL | 62.3 mi | $920 | $-75 (-8%) |
| Charleston, IL | 64.4 mi | $930 | $-65 (-7%) |
| Rantoul, IL | 67.2 mi | $980 | $-15 (-2%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Decatur — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Decatur?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Decatur, Illinois is $995 per month. This is in line with the citywide median of $995.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Decatur?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $39,800 ($3,317/month gross), which works out to roughly $19.13/hour at a full-time job.
Is Decatur expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Decatur's 2-bedroom median of $995 is +40% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 6th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Decatur rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Decatur ranks #10 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Decatur?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Pekin ($920), Charleston ($930), Rantoul ($980).