2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Galveston, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Galveston, Texas as of August 2026. That's +9% higher than the citywide median of $1,366 and +10% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Galveston
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 Galveston
Compare Galveston'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 Galveston.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Galveston |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Marque, TX | 10.9 mi | $1,270 | $-213 (-14%) |
| Texas City, TX | 11.2 mi | $1,360 | $-123 (-8%) |
| San Leon, TX | 15.2 mi | $1,287 | $-196 (-13%) |
| Dickinson, TX | 17.3 mi | $1,550 | +$67 (+5%) |
| Bacliff, TX | 18.5 mi | $1,360 | $-123 (-8%) |
| Kemah, TX | 21.6 mi | $1,800 | +$317 (+21%) |
| League City, TX | 22.8 mi | $1,880 | +$397 (+27%) |
| Seabrook, TX | 22.9 mi | $1,691 | +$208 (+14%) |
| Webster, TX | 25.7 mi | $1,576 | +$93 (+6%) |
| Alvin, TX | 28.3 mi | $1,160 | $-323 (-22%) |
| Friendswood, TX | 28.9 mi | $1,930 | +$447 (+30%) |
| La Porte, TX | 31.7 mi | $1,560 | +$77 (+5%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Galveston — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Galveston?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Galveston, Texas is $1,483 per month. This is +9% higher than the citywide median of $1,366.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Galveston?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $59,320 ($4,943/month gross), which works out to roughly $28.52/hour at a full-time job.
Is Galveston expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Galveston's 2-bedroom median of $1,483 is +10% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 39th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Galveston rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 261 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Galveston ranks #117 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Galveston?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include La Marque ($1,270), Texas City ($1,360), San Leon ($1,287).