2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Bedford, NH
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Bedford, New Hampshire as of July 2026. That's +9% higher than the citywide median of $2,618 and +72% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Bedford
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 Bedford
Compare Bedford's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in New Hampshire
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in New Hampshire
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bedford (this page) | $2,850 |
| 2 | Merrimack | $2,430 |
| 3 | Portsmouth | $2,150 |
| 4 | Hampton | $2,110 |
| 5 | Nashua | $2,100 |
| 6 | Newmarket | $2,070 |
| 7 | Manchester | $2,030 |
| 8 | Lebanon | $2,030 |
| 9 | Hooksett | $2,020 |
| 10 | Salem | $1,920 |
| 11 | Dover | $1,820 |
| 12 | Somersworth | $1,810 |
| 13 | Rochester | $1,810 |
| 14 | Derry | $1,770 |
| 15 | Concord | $1,670 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Bedford.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Bedford |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack, NH | 5.9 mi | $2,430 | $-420 (-15%) |
| Manchester, NH | 6.5 mi | $2,030 | $-820 (-29%) |
| Hooksett, NH | 11.9 mi | $2,020 | $-830 (-29%) |
| Derry, NH | 18.2 mi | $1,770 | $-1,080 (-38%) |
| Dracut, MA | 24 mi | $2,220 | $-630 (-22%) |
| Chelmsford, MA | 25 mi | $2,475 | $-375 (-13%) |
| Lowell, MA | 25.2 mi | $2,055 | $-795 (-28%) |
| Methuen, MA | 28 mi | $1,980 | $-870 (-31%) |
| Tewksbury, MA | 30.9 mi | $3,250 | +$400 (+14%) |
| Fitchburg, MA | 31 mi | $1,570 | $-1,280 (-45%) |
| Billerica, MA | 31.4 mi | $2,610 | $-240 (-8%) |
| Andover, MA | 32.6 mi | $2,580 | $-270 (-9%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Bedford — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Bedford?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Bedford, New Hampshire is $2,850 per month. This is +9% higher than the citywide median of $2,618.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Bedford?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $114,000 ($9,500/month gross), which works out to roughly $54.81/hour at a full-time job.
Is Bedford expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Bedford's 2-bedroom median of $2,850 is +72% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 93th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Bedford rank for 2-bedroom rent in New Hampshire?
Among the 18 cities in New Hampshire with 2-bedroom data, Bedford ranks #18 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Bedford?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Merrimack ($2,430), Manchester ($2,030), Hooksett ($2,020).