2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Hoffman Estates, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Hoffman Estates, Illinois as of August 2026. That's +3% lower than the citywide median of $2,063 and +21% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Hoffman Estates
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 Hoffman Estates
Compare Hoffman Estates'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 | $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? 4 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Hoffman Estates.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Hoffman Estates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schaumburg, IL | 2.6 mi | $2,197 | +$187 (+9%) |
| Streamwood, IL | 4.7 mi | $2,380 | +$370 (+18%) |
| Roselle, IL | 5.2 mi | $2,050 | +$40 (+2%) |
| Palatine, IL | 6.8 mi | $1,875 | $-135 (-7%) |
| Rolling Meadows, IL | 7 mi | $1,950 | $-60 (-3%) |
| Bloomingdale, IL | 7.2 mi | $2,010 | — |
| Barrington, IL | 7.4 mi | $2,640 | +$630 (+31%) |
| Bartlett, IL | 7.8 mi | $2,340 | +$330 (+16%) |
| Elk Grove Village, IL | 8.7 mi | $1,960 | $-50 (-2%) |
| Carol Stream, IL | 9.4 mi | $1,880 | $-130 (-6%) |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 9.5 mi | $2,010 | — |
| Arlington Heights, IL | 9.6 mi | $2,035 | +$25 (+1%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Hoffman Estates — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Hoffman Estates?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Hoffman Estates, Illinois is $2,010 per month. This is +3% below the citywide median of $2,063.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Hoffman Estates?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $80,400 ($6,700/month gross), which works out to roughly $38.65/hour at a full-time job.
Is Hoffman Estates expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Hoffman Estates's 2-bedroom median of $2,010 is +21% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 69th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Hoffman Estates rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Hoffman Estates ranks #106 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Hoffman Estates?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Palatine ($1,875), Rolling Meadows ($1,950), Elk Grove Village ($1,960).