2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Harker Heights, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Harker Heights, Texas as of August 2026. That's +28% lower than the citywide median of $1,590 and +31% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Harker Heights
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 Harker Heights
Compare Harker Heights'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? 2 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Harker Heights.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Harker Heights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nolanville, TX | 3.3 mi | $1,160 | +$20 (+2%) |
| Killeen, TX | 6.4 mi | $1,168 | +$28 (+2%) |
| Belton, TX | 10 mi | $1,220 | +$80 (+7%) |
| Salado, TX | 10.3 mi | $877 | $-263 (-23%) |
| Jarrell, TX | 16.4 mi | $2,000 | +$860 (+75%) |
| Temple, TX | 20.9 mi | $1,227 | +$87 (+8%) |
| Copperas Cove, TX | 25.2 mi | $1,090 | $-50 (-4%) |
| Georgetown, TX | 25.4 mi | $1,556 | +$416 (+36%) |
| Liberty Hill, TX | 32.2 mi | $1,740 | +$600 (+53%) |
| Hutto, TX | 34.5 mi | $1,641 | +$501 (+44%) |
| Round Rock, TX | 36.2 mi | $2,067 | +$927 (+81%) |
| Taylor, TX | 37 mi | $1,740 | +$600 (+53%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Harker Heights — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Harker Heights?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Harker Heights, Texas is $1,140 per month. This is +28% below the citywide median of $1,590.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Harker Heights?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $45,600 ($3,800/month gross), which works out to roughly $21.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Harker Heights expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Harker Heights's 2-bedroom median of $1,140 is +31% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 15th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Harker Heights rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 261 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Harker Heights ranks #40 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Harker Heights?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Salado ($877), Copperas Cove ($1,090).