2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Amarillo, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Amarillo, Texas as of July 2026. That's +4% lower than the citywide median of $1,278 and +26% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Amarillo
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 Amarillo
Compare Amarillo'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 Amarillo.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Amarillo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon, TX | 16 mi | $1,090 | $-136 (-11%) |
| Clovis, NM | 107.3 mi | $980 | $-246 (-20%) |
| Lubbock, TX | 110.6 mi | $1,183 | $-43 (-4%) |
| Wolfforth, TX | 118.4 mi | $1,300 | +$74 (+6%) |
| Portales, NM | 121.9 mi | $930 | $-296 (-24%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Amarillo — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Amarillo?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Amarillo, Texas is $1,226 per month. This is +4% below the citywide median of $1,278.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Amarillo?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $49,040 ($4,087/month gross), which works out to roughly $23.58/hour at a full-time job.
Is Amarillo expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Amarillo's 2-bedroom median of $1,226 is +26% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 22th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Amarillo rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Amarillo ranks #61 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Amarillo?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Canyon ($1,090), Clovis ($980), Lubbock ($1,183).