2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Skokie, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Skokie, Illinois as of August 2026. That's +13% lower than the citywide median of $2,132 and +12% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Skokie
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 Skokie
Compare Skokie'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? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Skokie.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Skokie |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morton Grove, IL | 3.2 mi | $2,640 | +$785 (+42%) |
| Wilmette, IL | 3.4 mi | $2,530 | +$675 (+36%) |
| Evanston, IL | 3.8 mi | $2,240 | +$385 (+21%) |
| Glenview, IL | 6 mi | $2,080 | +$225 (+12%) |
| Elmwood Park, IL | 9 mi | $1,670 | $-185 (-10%) |
| Northbrook, IL | 9.4 mi | $2,370 | +$515 (+28%) |
| Des Plaines, IL | 10.5 mi | $1,655 | $-200 (-11%) |
| Oak Park, IL | 10.9 mi | $2,030 | +$175 (+9%) |
| Highland Park, IL | 11.3 mi | $2,490 | +$635 (+34%) |
| Chicago, IL | 12.1 mi | $1,925 | +$70 (+4%) |
| Forest Park, IL | 12.7 mi | $1,650 | $-205 (-11%) |
| Deerfield, IL | 13.3 mi | $2,640 | +$785 (+42%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Skokie — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Skokie?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Skokie, Illinois is $1,855 per month. This is +13% below the citywide median of $2,132.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Skokie?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $74,200 ($6,183/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.67/hour at a full-time job.
Is Skokie expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Skokie's 2-bedroom median of $1,855 is +12% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 61th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Skokie rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Skokie ranks #85 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Skokie?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Elmwood Park ($1,670), Des Plaines ($1,655), Forest Park ($1,650).