2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Midlothian, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Midlothian, Illinois as of August 2026. That's +5% lower than the citywide median of $1,550 and +11% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Midlothian
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 Midlothian
Compare Midlothian'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Midlothian.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Midlothian |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alsip, IL | 2.7 mi | $1,390 | $-80 (-5%) |
| Blue Island, IL | 4 mi | $1,340 | $-130 (-9%) |
| Worth, IL | 5.2 mi | $1,490 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 5.6 mi | $1,630 | +$160 (+11%) |
| Chicago Ridge, IL | 5.6 mi | $1,460 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Evergreen Park, IL | 6.5 mi | $1,620 | +$150 (+10%) |
| Orland Park, IL | 6.7 mi | $1,800 | +$330 (+22%) |
| Homewood, IL | 7.2 mi | $1,700 | +$230 (+16%) |
| Riverdale, IL | 7.2 mi | $1,440 | $-30 (-2%) |
| Dolton, IL | 9.5 mi | $1,930 | +$460 (+31%) |
| Park Forest, IL | 11.4 mi | $1,840 | +$370 (+25%) |
| Calumet City, IL | 12.8 mi | $1,430 | $-40 (-3%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Midlothian — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Midlothian?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Midlothian, Illinois is $1,470 per month. This is +5% below the citywide median of $1,550.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Midlothian?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $58,800 ($4,900/month gross), which works out to roughly $28.27/hour at a full-time job.
Is Midlothian expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Midlothian's 2-bedroom median of $1,470 is +11% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 38th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Midlothian rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Midlothian ranks #51 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Midlothian?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Alsip ($1,390), Blue Island ($1,340), Chicago Ridge ($1,460).