2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Eureka, CA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Eureka, California as of July 2026. That's +11% lower than the citywide median of $1,528 and +18% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,107 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,140 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,180 |
| 4 | Barstow | $1,216 |
| 5 | California City | $1,230 |
| 6 | Clearlake | $1,250 |
| 7 | Oroville | $1,305 |
| 8 | El Centro | $1,330 |
| 9 | Paradise | $1,330 |
| 10 | Red Bluff | $1,350 |
| 11 | Eureka (this page) | $1,360 |
| 12 | Shafter | $1,380 |
| 13 | Porterville | $1,390 |
| 14 | Hanford | $1,400 |
| 15 | Tehachapi | $1,440 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Cruz | $4,865 |
| 2 | Scotts Valley | $4,720 |
| 3 | Aptos | $4,720 |
| 4 | Foster City | $4,560 |
| 5 | Cupertino | $4,500 |
| 6 | Capitola | $4,290 |
| 7 | Coronado | $4,280 |
| 8 | Tiburon | $4,210 |
| 9 | Los Altos | $4,170 |
| 10 | Millbrae | $4,070 |
| 11 | Corte Madera | $4,040 |
| 12 | Solana Beach | $3,990 |
| 13 | Sunnyvale | $3,980 |
| 14 | Topanga | $3,940 |
| 15 | Rancho Palos Verdes | $3,940 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Eureka.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Eureka |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcata, CA | 7 mi | $1,540 | +$180 (+13%) |
| McKinleyville, CA | 13.1 mi | $1,480 | +$120 (+9%) |
| Redding, CA | 125.9 mi | $1,600 | +$240 (+18%) |
| Grants Pass, OR | 126.1 mi | $1,385 | +$25 (+2%) |
| Red Bluff, CA | 129.6 mi | $1,350 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Ukiah, CA | 130.3 mi | $1,640 | +$280 (+21%) |
| Anderson, CA | 131.4 mi | $1,490 | +$130 (+10%) |
| Medford, OR | 136.9 mi | $1,430 | +$70 (+5%) |
| Central Point, OR | 138.8 mi | $1,560 | +$200 (+15%) |
| Ashland, OR | 144.6 mi | $1,560 | +$200 (+15%) |
| Lakeport, CA | 147 mi | $1,180 | $-180 (-13%) |
| Clearlake, CA | 164.3 mi | $1,250 | $-110 (-8%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Eureka — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Eureka?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Eureka, California is $1,360 per month. This is +11% below the citywide median of $1,528.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Eureka?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $54,400 ($4,533/month gross), which works out to roughly $26.15/hour at a full-time job.
Is Eureka expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Eureka's 2-bedroom median of $1,360 is +18% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 30th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Eureka rank for 2-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 2-bedroom data, Eureka ranks #11 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Eureka?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Red Bluff ($1,350), Lakeport ($1,180), Clearlake ($1,250).