Studio Apartment Rent in Cypress, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Cypress, California as of July 2026. That's +29% lower than the citywide median of $3,132 and +71% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Cypress
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 Cypress
Compare Cypress'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Cypress.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Cypress |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Alamitos, CA | 2.3 mi | $2,200 | $-10 (0%) |
| Stanton, CA | 3.2 mi | $1,980 | $-230 (-10%) |
| Buena Park, CA | 3.7 mi | $2,150 | $-60 (-3%) |
| Seal Beach, CA | 4.9 mi | $2,370 | +$160 (+7%) |
| Westminster, CA | 5.5 mi | $1,980 | $-230 (-10%) |
| Lakewood, CA | 5.5 mi | $2,307 | +$97 (+4%) |
| La Mirada, CA | 6.1 mi | $2,100 | $-110 (-5%) |
| Norwalk, CA | 6.8 mi | $1,730 | $-480 (-22%) |
| Bellflower, CA | 7.8 mi | $1,680 | $-530 (-24%) |
| Huntington Beach, CA | 8.6 mi | $2,373 | +$163 (+7%) |
| Long Beach, CA | 8.9 mi | $1,864 | $-346 (-16%) |
| Fullerton, CA | 8.9 mi | $2,125 | $-85 (-4%) |
Studio rent in Cypress — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Cypress?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Cypress, California is $2,210 per month. This is +29% below the citywide median of $3,132.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Cypress?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $88,400 ($7,367/month gross), which works out to roughly $42.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cypress expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Cypress's studio median of $2,210 is +71% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 93th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cypress rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 383 cities in California with studio data, Cypress ranks #269 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Cypress?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Los Alamitos ($2,200), Stanton ($1,980), Buena Park ($2,150).