2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Naperville, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Naperville, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +3% higher than the citywide median of $2,310 and +44% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Naperville
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 Naperville
Compare Naperville'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 (this page) | $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 Naperville.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Naperville |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warrenville, IL | 5.2 mi | $2,160 | $-228 (-10%) |
| Bolingbrook, IL | 5.9 mi | $2,325 | $-63 (-3%) |
| Lisle, IL | 6.4 mi | $2,070 | $-318 (-13%) |
| Aurora, IL | 8 mi | $2,102 | $-286 (-12%) |
| Wheaton, IL | 8.3 mi | $2,145 | $-243 (-10%) |
| Woodridge, IL | 8.6 mi | $1,910 | $-478 (-20%) |
| Romeoville, IL | 9 mi | $2,310 | $-78 (-3%) |
| Glen Ellyn, IL | 10.9 mi | $1,620 | $-768 (-32%) |
| Downers Grove, IL | 10.9 mi | $2,080 | $-308 (-13%) |
| Plainfield, IL | 11.5 mi | $2,455 | +$67 (+3%) |
| Oswego, IL | 11.7 mi | $1,695 | $-693 (-29%) |
| Carol Stream, IL | 11.9 mi | $1,880 | $-508 (-21%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Naperville — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Naperville?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Naperville, Illinois is $2,388 per month. This is +3% higher than the citywide median of $2,310.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Naperville?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $95,520 ($7,960/month gross), which works out to roughly $45.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Naperville expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Naperville's 2-bedroom median of $2,388 is +44% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 82th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Naperville rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Naperville ranks #134 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Naperville?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Warrenville ($2,160), Bolingbrook ($2,325), Lisle ($2,070).