2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Sioux Falls, SD
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Sioux Falls, South Dakota as of July 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $1,327 and +35% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Sioux Falls
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 Sioux Falls
Compare Sioux Falls's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in South Dakota
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aberdeen | $870 |
| 2 | Mitchell | $870 |
| 3 | Brookings | $920 |
| 4 | Sioux Falls (this page) | $1,073 |
| 5 | Box Elder | $1,160 |
| 6 | Tea | $1,180 |
| 7 | Rapid City | $1,207 |
| 8 | Harrisburg | $1,220 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in South Dakota
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harrisburg | $1,220 |
| 2 | Rapid City | $1,207 |
| 3 | Tea | $1,180 |
| 4 | Box Elder | $1,160 |
| 5 | Sioux Falls (this page) | $1,073 |
| 6 | Brookings | $920 |
| 7 | Mitchell | $870 |
| 8 | Aberdeen | $870 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Sioux Falls.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Sioux Falls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg, SD | 9.1 mi | $1,220 | +$147 (+14%) |
| Tea, SD | 11.3 mi | $1,180 | +$107 (+10%) |
| Brookings, SD | 53.4 mi | $920 | $-153 (-14%) |
| Sioux City, IA | 79.8 mi | $1,080 | +$7 (+1%) |
| Mitchell, SD | 91.4 mi | $870 | $-203 (-19%) |
| Norfolk, NE | 115.9 mi | $960 | $-113 (-11%) |
| Aberdeen, SD | 182.5 mi | $870 | $-203 (-19%) |
| Waite Park, MN | 220.2 mi | $1,200 | +$127 (+12%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Sioux Falls — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Sioux Falls?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Sioux Falls, South Dakota is $1,073 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $1,327.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Sioux Falls?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $42,920 ($3,577/month gross), which works out to roughly $20.63/hour at a full-time job.
Is Sioux Falls expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Sioux Falls's 2-bedroom median of $1,073 is +35% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 11th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Sioux Falls rank for 2-bedroom rent in South Dakota?
Among the 8 cities in South Dakota with 2-bedroom data, Sioux Falls ranks #4 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Sioux Falls?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Brookings ($920), Mitchell ($870), Norfolk ($960).