2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Lubbock, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Lubbock, Texas as of October 2026. That's +10% lower than the citywide median of $1,315 and +29% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Lubbock
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 Lubbock
Compare Lubbock'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 | Forney | $2,430 |
| 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 Lubbock.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Lubbock |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wolfforth, TX | 11.2 mi | $1,300 | +$117 (+10%) |
| Big Spring, TX | 94.9 mi | $1,130 | $-53 (-4%) |
| Canyon, TX | 94.9 mi | $1,090 | $-93 (-8%) |
| Portales, NM | 104.7 mi | $930 | $-253 (-21%) |
| Midland, TX | 109.9 mi | $1,834 | +$651 (+55%) |
| Amarillo, TX | 110.6 mi | $1,226 | +$43 (+4%) |
| Clovis, NM | 115.3 mi | $980 | $-203 (-17%) |
| Odessa, TX | 118.7 mi | $1,800 | +$617 (+52%) |
| Hobbs, NM | 124.9 mi | $1,140 | $-43 (-4%) |
| Abilene, TX | 166.5 mi | $1,178 | $-5 (0%) |
| Artesia, NM | 169.6 mi | $980 | $-203 (-17%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Lubbock — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Lubbock?
As of October 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Lubbock, Texas is $1,183 per month. This is +10% below the citywide median of $1,315.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Lubbock?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $47,320 ($3,943/month gross), which works out to roughly $22.75/hour at a full-time job.
Is Lubbock expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Lubbock's 2-bedroom median of $1,183 is +29% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 19th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Lubbock rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 250 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Lubbock ranks #49 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Lubbock?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Big Spring ($1,130), Canyon ($1,090), Portales ($930).