Studio Apartment Rent in Barstow, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Barstow, California as of October 2026. That's +7% lower than the citywide median of $1,467 and +6% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Barstow
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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Barstow
Compare Barstow's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florin | $738 |
| 2 | Taft | $870 |
| 3 | Ridgecrest | $887 |
| 4 | Lakeport | $890 |
| 5 | El Centro | $910 |
| 6 | Red Bluff | $930 |
| 7 | California City | $940 |
| 8 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 9 | Paradise | $970 |
| 10 | Eureka | $980 |
| 11 | Oroville | $985 |
| 12 | Fortuna | $990 |
| 13 | Porterville | $1,050 |
| 14 | Anderson | $1,060 |
| 15 | Shafter | $1,060 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montecito | $3,570 |
| 2 | Scotts Valley | $3,420 |
| 3 | Aptos | $3,420 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $3,410 |
| 5 | Coronado | $3,190 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $3,140 |
| 7 | Los Altos | $3,130 |
| 8 | Foster City | $3,130 |
| 9 | Newport Beach | $3,102 |
| 10 | Capitola | $3,100 |
| 11 | Sunnyvale | $3,010 |
| 12 | Santa Barbara | $3,000 |
| 13 | Irvine | $3,000 |
| 14 | Solana Beach | $2,970 |
| 15 | Saratoga | $2,910 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Barstow.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Barstow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Valley, CA | 35.6 mi | $1,395 | +$25 (+2%) |
| Victorville, CA | 41.9 mi | $1,650 | +$280 (+20%) |
| Adelanto, CA | 43.4 mi | $1,600 | +$230 (+17%) |
| Hesperia, CA | 49 mi | $1,810 | +$440 (+32%) |
| Big Bear City, CA | 50.8 mi | $1,450 | +$80 (+6%) |
| Big Bear Lake, CA | 51.8 mi | $1,370 | — |
| Lake Arrowhead, CA | 52.3 mi | $1,880 | +$510 (+37%) |
| Running Springs, CA | 54.5 mi | $1,680 | +$310 (+23%) |
| Crestline, CA | 55.3 mi | $1,640 | +$270 (+20%) |
| Highland, CA | 60.8 mi | $1,570 | +$200 (+15%) |
| California City, CA | 64.9 mi | $940 | $-430 (-31%) |
| Yucaipa, CA | 65.5 mi | $1,640 | +$270 (+20%) |
Studio rent in Barstow — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Barstow?
As of October 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Barstow, California is $1,370 per month. This is +7% below the citywide median of $1,467.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Barstow?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $54,800 ($4,567/month gross), which works out to roughly $26.35/hour at a full-time job.
Is Barstow expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Barstow's studio median of $1,370 is +6% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 56th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Barstow rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 378 cities in California with studio data, Barstow ranks #44 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Barstow?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include California City ($940).