2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Lake Jackson, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Lake Jackson, Texas as of August 2026. That's +10% lower than the citywide median of $1,466 and +20% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Lake Jackson
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 Lake Jackson
Compare Lake Jackson'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 Lake Jackson.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Lake Jackson |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clute, TX | 5.7 mi | $746 | $-574 (-43%) |
| Angleton, TX | 8.6 mi | $1,210 | $-110 (-8%) |
| Freeport, TX | 13.7 mi | $1,210 | $-110 (-8%) |
| Iowa Colony, TX | 22.7 mi | $1,200 | $-120 (-9%) |
| Alvin, TX | 27.7 mi | $1,160 | $-160 (-12%) |
| Manvel, TX | 30.6 mi | $1,320 | — |
| Fresno, TX | 33.4 mi | $2,290 | +$970 (+73%) |
| Missouri City, TX | 35.5 mi | $2,125 | +$805 (+61%) |
| Pearland, TX | 36.2 mi | $1,480 | +$160 (+12%) |
| Friendswood, TX | 37.4 mi | $1,930 | +$610 (+46%) |
| Rosenberg, TX | 37.9 mi | $1,540 | +$220 (+17%) |
| Stafford, TX | 40 mi | $1,640 | +$320 (+24%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Lake Jackson — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Lake Jackson?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Lake Jackson, Texas is $1,320 per month. This is +10% below the citywide median of $1,466.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Lake Jackson?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $52,800 ($4,400/month gross), which works out to roughly $25.38/hour at a full-time job.
Is Lake Jackson expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Lake Jackson's 2-bedroom median of $1,320 is +20% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 27th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Lake Jackson rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 261 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Lake Jackson ranks #79 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Lake Jackson?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Clute ($746), Angleton ($1,210), Freeport ($1,210).