2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Pearland, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Pearland, Texas as of July 2026. That's +18% lower than the citywide median of $1,804 and +11% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Pearland
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 Pearland
Compare Pearland'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 Pearland.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Pearland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manvel, TX | 5.9 mi | $1,320 | $-160 (-11%) |
| Friendswood, TX | 8.9 mi | $1,930 | +$450 (+30%) |
| Fresno, TX | 11.1 mi | $2,290 | +$810 (+55%) |
| Arcola, TX | 11.1 mi | $1,023 | $-457 (-31%) |
| Alvin, TX | 12.9 mi | $1,160 | $-320 (-22%) |
| Pasadena, TX | 13.1 mi | $1,400 | $-80 (-5%) |
| Webster, TX | 13.8 mi | $1,576 | +$96 (+6%) |
| Missouri City, TX | 14.1 mi | $2,125 | +$645 (+44%) |
| Bellaire, TX | 14.5 mi | $2,290 | +$810 (+55%) |
| Houston, TX | 14.8 mi | $1,577 | +$97 (+7%) |
| Iowa Colony, TX | 15.9 mi | $1,200 | $-280 (-19%) |
| League City, TX | 16.1 mi | $1,880 | +$400 (+27%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Pearland — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Pearland?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Pearland, Texas is $1,480 per month. This is +18% below the citywide median of $1,804.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Pearland?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $59,200 ($4,933/month gross), which works out to roughly $28.46/hour at a full-time job.
Is Pearland expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Pearland's 2-bedroom median of $1,480 is +11% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 38th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Pearland rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Pearland ranks #114 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Pearland?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Manvel ($1,320), Arcola ($1,023), Alvin ($1,160).