1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Banning, CA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Banning, California as of July 2026. That's +12% lower than the citywide median of $1,767 and +11% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Banning
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Banning
Compare Banning's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in California
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taft | $880 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $887 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $900 |
| 4 | California City | $950 |
| 5 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 6 | Barstow | $974 |
| 7 | Oroville | $1,005 |
| 8 | El Centro | $1,020 |
| 9 | Paradise | $1,020 |
| 10 | Red Bluff | $1,030 |
| 11 | Eureka | $1,040 |
| 12 | Porterville | $1,060 |
| 13 | Shafter | $1,060 |
| 14 | Tehachapi | $1,110 |
| 15 | Hanford | $1,120 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in California
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cupertino | $3,880 |
| 2 | Foster City | $3,820 |
| 3 | Santa Cruz | $3,710 |
| 4 | Scotts Valley | $3,600 |
| 5 | Aptos | $3,600 |
| 6 | Tiburon | $3,530 |
| 7 | Los Altos | $3,530 |
| 8 | Coronado | $3,460 |
| 9 | Sunnyvale | $3,438 |
| 10 | Millbrae | $3,410 |
| 11 | Corte Madera | $3,390 |
| 12 | Santa Barbara | $3,382 |
| 13 | Palo Alto | $3,305 |
| 14 | Mountain View | $3,303 |
| 15 | Ladera Ranch | $3,280 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Banning.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Banning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont, CA | 10.7 mi | $1,690 | +$140 (+9%) |
| San Jacinto, CA | 12.7 mi | $1,540 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Big Bear Lake, CA | 20.2 mi | $1,450 | $-100 (-6%) |
| Hemet, CA | 20.6 mi | $1,623 | +$73 (+5%) |
| Big Bear City, CA | 21.6 mi | $1,510 | $-40 (-3%) |
| Palm Springs, CA | 23.6 mi | $1,860 | +$310 (+20%) |
| Redlands, CA | 23.8 mi | $2,115 | +$565 (+36%) |
| Winchester, CA | 24.6 mi | $2,740 | +$1,190 (+77%) |
| Moreno Valley, CA | 26.2 mi | $2,153 | +$603 (+39%) |
| Running Springs, CA | 26.5 mi | $1,750 | +$200 (+13%) |
| Cathedral City, CA | 26.8 mi | $1,740 | +$190 (+12%) |
| Highland, CA | 27.1 mi | $1,640 | +$90 (+6%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Banning — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Banning?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Banning, California is $1,550 per month. This is +12% below the citywide median of $1,767.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Banning?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $62,000 ($5,167/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.81/hour at a full-time job.
Is Banning expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Banning's 1-bedroom median of $1,550 is +11% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 60th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Banning rank for 1-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 385 cities in California with 1-bedroom data, Banning ranks #60 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Banning?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include San Jacinto ($1,540), Big Bear Lake ($1,450), Big Bear City ($1,510).