2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Moline, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Moline, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +1% higher than the citywide median of $998 and +39% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Moline
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 Moline
Compare Moline'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 (this page) | $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? 4 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Moline.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Moline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Island, IL | 5.7 mi | $990 | $-20 (-2%) |
| Bettendorf, IA | 6.5 mi | $1,210 | +$200 (+20%) |
| Davenport, IA | 8.5 mi | $1,014 | +$4 (0%) |
| Burlington, IA | 61.6 mi | $1,090 | +$80 (+8%) |
| Iowa City, IA | 72.3 mi | $1,160 | +$150 (+15%) |
| Macomb, IL | 72.6 mi | $960 | $-50 (-5%) |
| Dixon, IL | 73.9 mi | $870 | $-140 (-14%) |
| Dubuque, IA | 74.7 mi | $980 | $-30 (-3%) |
| Coralville, IA | 77.5 mi | $1,070 | +$60 (+6%) |
| Peoria, IL | 79.8 mi | $1,033 | +$23 (+2%) |
| North Liberty, IA | 81.2 mi | $1,280 | +$270 (+27%) |
| Tiffin, IA | 83.1 mi | $1,180 | +$170 (+17%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Moline — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Moline?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Moline, Illinois is $1,010 per month. This is +1% higher than the citywide median of $998.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Moline?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $40,400 ($3,367/month gross), which works out to roughly $19.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Moline expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Moline's 2-bedroom median of $1,010 is +39% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 6th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Moline rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Moline ranks #11 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Moline?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Rock Island ($990), Macomb ($960), Dixon ($870).