1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Eureka, CA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Eureka, California as of July 2026. That's +32% lower than the citywide median of $1,528 and +25% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Eureka
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 Eureka
Compare Eureka'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 (this page) | $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 Eureka.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Eureka |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcata, CA | 7 mi | $1,180 | +$140 (+13%) |
| McKinleyville, CA | 13.1 mi | $1,130 | +$90 (+9%) |
| Redding, CA | 125.9 mi | $1,217 | +$177 (+17%) |
| Grants Pass, OR | 126.1 mi | $1,060 | +$20 (+2%) |
| Red Bluff, CA | 129.6 mi | $1,030 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Ukiah, CA | 130.3 mi | $1,250 | +$210 (+20%) |
| Anderson, CA | 131.4 mi | $1,140 | +$100 (+10%) |
| Medford, OR | 136.9 mi | $1,115 | +$75 (+7%) |
| Central Point, OR | 138.8 mi | $1,220 | +$180 (+17%) |
| Ashland, OR | 144.6 mi | $1,220 | +$180 (+17%) |
| Lakeport, CA | 147 mi | $900 | $-140 (-13%) |
| Clearlake, CA | 164.3 mi | $950 | $-90 (-9%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Eureka — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Eureka?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Eureka, California is $1,040 per month. This is +32% below the citywide median of $1,528.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Eureka?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $41,600 ($3,467/month gross), which works out to roughly $20.00/hour at a full-time job.
Is Eureka expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Eureka's 1-bedroom median of $1,040 is +25% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 24th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Eureka rank for 1-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 385 cities in California with 1-bedroom data, Eureka ranks #11 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Eureka?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Red Bluff ($1,030), Lakeport ($900), Clearlake ($950).