2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in McKinney, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in McKinney, Texas as of July 2026. That's +7% lower than the citywide median of $1,819 and +2% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in McKinney
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 McKinney
Compare McKinney'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? 4 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than McKinney.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs McKinney |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview, TX | 3.7 mi | $1,974 | +$284 (+17%) |
| Melissa, TX | 7.1 mi | $1,790 | +$100 (+6%) |
| Allen, TX | 7.6 mi | $1,559 | $-131 (-8%) |
| Celina, TX | 12 mi | $2,340 | +$650 (+38%) |
| Princeton, TX | 12 mi | $2,130 | +$440 (+26%) |
| Prosper, TX | 12.3 mi | $2,670 | +$980 (+58%) |
| Frisco, TX | 12.3 mi | $1,730 | +$40 (+2%) |
| Anna, TX | 12.9 mi | $1,804 | +$114 (+7%) |
| Plano, TX | 13.5 mi | $1,592 | $-98 (-6%) |
| Wylie, TX | 15.4 mi | $1,728 | +$38 (+2%) |
| Van Alstyne, TX | 16.9 mi | $1,570 | $-120 (-7%) |
| Richardson, TX | 17.1 mi | $1,557 | $-133 (-8%) |
2-Bedroom rent in McKinney — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in McKinney?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in McKinney, Texas is $1,690 per month. This is +7% below the citywide median of $1,819.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in McKinney?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $67,600 ($5,633/month gross), which works out to roughly $32.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is McKinney expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
McKinney's 2-bedroom median of $1,690 is +2% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 52th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does McKinney rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, McKinney ranks #169 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near McKinney?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Allen ($1,559), Plano ($1,592), Van Alstyne ($1,570).