2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Abilene, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Abilene, Texas as of July 2026. That's +39% lower than the citywide median of $1,947 and +29% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Abilene
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 Abilene
Compare Abilene's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Texas
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Park | $2,830 |
| 2 | Argyle | $2,830 |
| 3 | Flower Mound | $2,765 |
| 4 | Prosper | $2,670 |
| 5 | Little Elm | $2,630 |
| 6 | Aledo | $2,560 |
| 7 | Justin | $2,500 |
| 8 | Lakeway | $2,490 |
| 9 | Lavon | $2,470 |
| 10 | Royse City | $2,380 |
| 11 | Haslet | $2,370 |
| 12 | Celina | $2,340 |
| 13 | Grapevine | $2,300 |
| 14 | Fresno | $2,290 |
| 15 | Bellaire | $2,290 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Abilene.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Abilene |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Angelo, TX | 80.2 mi | $1,347 | +$169 (+14%) |
| Stephenville, TX | 109 mi | $1,060 | $-118 (-10%) |
| Wichita Falls, TX | 133.4 mi | $1,108 | $-70 (-6%) |
| Weatherford, TX | 136.5 mi | $1,690 | +$512 (+43%) |
| Granbury, TX | 138.9 mi | $1,380 | +$202 (+17%) |
| Hudson Oaks, TX | 144.5 mi | $1,880 | +$702 (+60%) |
| Willow Park, TX | 148.4 mi | $1,858 | +$680 (+58%) |
| Aledo, TX | 149 mi | $2,560 | +$1,382 (+117%) |
| Copperas Cove, TX | 149.1 mi | $1,090 | $-88 (-7%) |
| Gatesville, TX | 155 mi | $1,030 | $-148 (-13%) |
| Azle, TX | 156.3 mi | $1,460 | +$282 (+24%) |
| Benbrook, TX | 157.3 mi | $1,890 | +$712 (+60%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Abilene — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Abilene?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Abilene, Texas is $1,178 per month. This is +39% below the citywide median of $1,947.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Abilene?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $47,120 ($3,927/month gross), which works out to roughly $22.65/hour at a full-time job.
Is Abilene expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Abilene's 2-bedroom median of $1,178 is +29% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 18th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Abilene rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Abilene ranks #49 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Abilene?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Stephenville ($1,060), Wichita Falls ($1,108), Copperas Cove ($1,090).