2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Kilgore, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Kilgore, Texas as of July 2026. That's +1% higher than the citywide median of $1,141 and +31% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Kilgore
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 Kilgore
Compare Kilgore'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Kilgore.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Kilgore |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longview, TX | 12.8 mi | $1,160 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Whitehouse, TX | 26.7 mi | $1,610 | +$460 (+40%) |
| Tyler, TX | 28.7 mi | $1,368 | +$218 (+19%) |
| Marshall, TX | 36.5 mi | $990 | $-160 (-14%) |
| Flint, TX | 39.2 mi | $1,410 | +$260 (+23%) |
| Nacogdoches, TX | 48.6 mi | $990 | $-160 (-14%) |
| Palestine, TX | 67.8 mi | $965 | $-185 (-16%) |
| Lufkin, TX | 74 mi | $1,050 | $-100 (-9%) |
| Athens, TX | 74.2 mi | $1,000 | $-150 (-13%) |
| Shreveport, LA | 76 mi | $1,045 | $-105 (-9%) |
| Mabank, TX | 84.9 mi | $977 | $-173 (-15%) |
| Bossier City, LA | 85.5 mi | $1,117 | $-33 (-3%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Kilgore — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Kilgore?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Kilgore, Texas is $1,150 per month. This is +1% higher than the citywide median of $1,141.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Kilgore?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $46,000 ($3,833/month gross), which works out to roughly $22.12/hour at a full-time job.
Is Kilgore expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Kilgore's 2-bedroom median of $1,150 is +31% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 16th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Kilgore rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Kilgore ranks #42 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Kilgore?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Marshall ($990), Nacogdoches ($990), Palestine ($965).