Studio Apartment Rent in Castaic, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Castaic, California as of July 2026. That's +45% lower than the citywide median of $3,575 and +52% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Castaic
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 Castaic
Compare Castaic's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florin | $738 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $838 |
| 3 | Taft | $870 |
| 4 | Lakeport | $890 |
| 5 | El Centro | $910 |
| 6 | Barstow | $920 |
| 7 | Red Bluff | $930 |
| 8 | California City | $940 |
| 9 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 10 | Paradise | $970 |
| 11 | Eureka | $980 |
| 12 | Oroville | $985 |
| 13 | Florence-Graham | $1,029 |
| 14 | Porterville | $1,050 |
| 15 | Anderson | $1,060 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Cruz | $3,520 |
| 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 | Coto de Caza | $3,070 |
| 12 | Sunnyvale | $3,010 |
| 13 | Santa Barbara | $3,000 |
| 14 | Irvine | $3,000 |
| 15 | Solana Beach | $2,970 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Castaic.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Castaic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevenson Ranch, CA | 9.1 mi | $2,540 | +$580 (+30%) |
| Santa Clarita, CA | 14.8 mi | $2,332 | +$372 (+19%) |
| Simi Valley, CA | 15.5 mi | $2,165 | +$205 (+10%) |
| Moorpark, CA | 20 mi | $2,110 | +$150 (+8%) |
| Oak Park, CA | 22.7 mi | $2,570 | +$610 (+31%) |
| Calabasas, CA | 26.5 mi | $2,790 | +$830 (+42%) |
| Agoura Hills, CA | 26.8 mi | $2,790 | +$830 (+42%) |
| Topanga, CA | 28.1 mi | $2,790 | +$830 (+42%) |
| Santa Paula, CA | 28.2 mi | $1,560 | $-400 (-20%) |
| Westlake Village, CA | 28.7 mi | $2,440 | +$480 (+24%) |
| Camarillo, CA | 30.9 mi | $2,130 | +$170 (+9%) |
| Malibu, CA | 32 mi | $2,790 | +$830 (+42%) |
Studio rent in Castaic — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Castaic?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Castaic, California is $1,960 per month. This is +45% below the citywide median of $3,575.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Castaic?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $78,400 ($6,533/month gross), which works out to roughly $37.69/hour at a full-time job.
Is Castaic expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Castaic's studio median of $1,960 is +52% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 86th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Castaic rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 383 cities in California with studio data, Castaic ranks #183 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Castaic?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Santa Paula ($1,560).