2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Lockport, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Lockport, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +7% lower than the citywide median of $2,029 and +14% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Lockport
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 Lockport
Compare Lockport'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? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Lockport.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Lockport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Romeoville, IL | 4.8 mi | $2,310 | +$420 (+22%) |
| Joliet, IL | 6.2 mi | $1,600 | $-290 (-15%) |
| Bolingbrook, IL | 7.6 mi | $2,325 | +$435 (+23%) |
| Woodridge, IL | 10.2 mi | $1,910 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Darien, IL | 11.6 mi | $2,210 | +$320 (+17%) |
| Plainfield, IL | 12.3 mi | $2,455 | +$565 (+30%) |
| Willowbrook, IL | 13.3 mi | $2,110 | +$220 (+12%) |
| Lisle, IL | 13.8 mi | $2,070 | +$180 (+10%) |
| Westmont, IL | 14.9 mi | $1,840 | $-50 (-3%) |
| Orland Park, IL | 15.1 mi | $1,800 | $-90 (-5%) |
| Downers Grove, IL | 15.2 mi | $2,080 | +$190 (+10%) |
| Warrenville, IL | 18.2 mi | $2,160 | +$270 (+14%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Lockport — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Lockport?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Lockport, Illinois is $1,890 per month. This is +7% below the citywide median of $2,029.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Lockport?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $75,600 ($6,300/month gross), which works out to roughly $36.35/hour at a full-time job.
Is Lockport expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Lockport's 2-bedroom median of $1,890 is +14% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 63th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Lockport rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Lockport ranks #87 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Lockport?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Joliet ($1,600), Westmont ($1,840), Orland Park ($1,800).