2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Corpus Christi, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Corpus Christi, Texas as of August 2026. That's +1% lower than the citywide median of $1,428 and +14% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Corpus Christi
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 Corpus Christi
Compare Corpus Christi'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 | Little Elm | $2,630 |
| 5 | Aledo | $2,560 |
| 6 | Justin | $2,500 |
| 7 | Lakeway | $2,490 |
| 8 | Lavon | $2,470 |
| 9 | Keller | $2,400 |
| 10 | Royse City | $2,380 |
| 11 | Haslet | $2,370 |
| 12 | Celina | $2,340 |
| 13 | Fresno | $2,290 |
| 14 | Bellaire | $2,290 |
| 15 | Leander | $2,260 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Corpus Christi.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Corpus Christi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, TX | 12.1 mi | $1,860 | +$440 (+31%) |
| Ingleside, TX | 16.7 mi | $1,520 | +$100 (+7%) |
| Kingsville, TX | 37 mi | $1,170 | $-250 (-18%) |
| Rockport, TX | 37.1 mi | $1,420 | — |
| Live Oak, TX | 61.2 mi | $1,669 | +$249 (+18%) |
| Victoria, TX | 84.3 mi | $1,415 | $-5 (0%) |
| Harlingen, TX | 105.2 mi | $1,000 | $-420 (-30%) |
| Edinburg, TX | 106 mi | $1,003 | $-417 (-29%) |
| Weslaco, TX | 114.9 mi | $990 | $-430 (-30%) |
| Alton, TX | 115.9 mi | $930 | $-490 (-35%) |
| McAllen, TX | 118.6 mi | $1,153 | $-267 (-19%) |
| San Juan, TX | 118.8 mi | $980 | $-440 (-31%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Corpus Christi — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Corpus Christi?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Corpus Christi, Texas is $1,420 per month. This is +1% below the citywide median of $1,428.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Corpus Christi?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $56,800 ($4,733/month gross), which works out to roughly $27.31/hour at a full-time job.
Is Corpus Christi expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Corpus Christi's 2-bedroom median of $1,420 is +14% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 34th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Corpus Christi rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 261 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Corpus Christi ranks #102 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Corpus Christi?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Kingsville ($1,170), Victoria ($1,415), Harlingen ($1,000).