Studio Apartment Rent in Eureka, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Eureka, California as of August 2026. That's +36% lower than the citywide median of $1,526 and +24% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Eureka
Compare Eureka's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florin | $738 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $864 |
| 3 | Taft | $870 |
| 4 | Lakeport | $890 |
| 5 | El Centro | $910 |
| 6 | Barstow | $915 |
| 7 | Red Bluff | $930 |
| 8 | California City | $940 |
| 9 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 10 | Paradise | $970 |
| 11 | Eureka (this page) | $980 |
| 12 | Oroville | $985 |
| 13 | Fortuna | $990 |
| 14 | Florence-Graham | $1,029 |
| 15 | Porterville | $1,050 |
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 | 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? 4 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Eureka.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Eureka |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcata, CA | 7 mi | $1,110 | +$130 (+13%) |
| McKinleyville, CA | 13.1 mi | $1,070 | +$90 (+9%) |
| Fortuna, CA | 15.2 mi | $990 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Redding, CA | 125.9 mi | $1,143 | +$163 (+17%) |
| Grants Pass, OR | 126.1 mi | $950 | $-30 (-3%) |
| Red Bluff, CA | 129.6 mi | $930 | $-50 (-5%) |
| Ukiah, CA | 130.3 mi | $1,200 | +$220 (+22%) |
| Medford, OR | 136.9 mi | $980 | — |
| Central Point, OR | 138.8 mi | $1,070 | +$90 (+9%) |
| Ashland, OR | 144.6 mi | $1,070 | +$90 (+9%) |
| Lakeport, CA | 147 mi | $890 | $-90 (-9%) |
| Clearlake, CA | 164.3 mi | $950 | $-30 (-3%) |
Studio rent in Eureka — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Eureka?
As of August 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Eureka, California is $980 per month. This is +36% below the citywide median of $1,526.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Eureka?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $39,200 ($3,267/month gross), which works out to roughly $18.85/hour at a full-time job.
Is Eureka expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Eureka's studio median of $980 is +24% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 25th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Eureka rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 378 cities in California with studio data, Eureka ranks #11 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Eureka?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Grants Pass ($950), Red Bluff ($930), Lakeport ($890).