2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Dolton, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Dolton, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +17% lower than the citywide median of $2,337 and +17% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Dolton
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 Dolton
Compare Dolton'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 | $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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Dolton.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Dolton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverdale, IL | 2.8 mi | $1,440 | $-490 (-25%) |
| Calumet City, IL | 3.4 mi | $1,430 | $-500 (-26%) |
| Lansing, IL | 5.5 mi | $1,530 | $-400 (-21%) |
| Blue Island, IL | 6 mi | $1,340 | $-590 (-31%) |
| Homewood, IL | 6.6 mi | $1,700 | $-230 (-12%) |
| Munster, IN | 8.7 mi | $1,450 | $-480 (-25%) |
| Midlothian, IL | 9.5 mi | $1,470 | $-460 (-24%) |
| Evergreen Park, IL | 9.6 mi | $1,620 | $-310 (-16%) |
| Alsip, IL | 10 mi | $1,390 | $-540 (-28%) |
| East Chicago, IN | 10.1 mi | $930 | $-1,000 (-52%) |
| Highland, IN | 11.3 mi | $1,390 | $-540 (-28%) |
| Park Forest, IL | 12 mi | $1,840 | $-90 (-5%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Dolton — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Dolton?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Dolton, Illinois is $1,930 per month. This is +17% below the citywide median of $2,337.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Dolton?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $77,200 ($6,433/month gross), which works out to roughly $37.12/hour at a full-time job.
Is Dolton expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Dolton's 2-bedroom median of $1,930 is +17% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 65th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Dolton rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Dolton ranks #93 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Dolton?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Riverdale ($1,440), Calumet City ($1,430), Lansing ($1,530).