1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Folsom, CA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Folsom, California as of July 2026. That's +14% lower than the citywide median of $2,655 and +64% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Folsom
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 Folsom
Compare Folsom'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 | $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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Folsom.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Folsom |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Hills, CA | 5.5 mi | $2,490 | +$200 (+9%) |
| Orangevale, CA | 5.5 mi | $1,940 | $-350 (-15%) |
| Fair Oaks, CA | 7.8 mi | $1,850 | $-440 (-19%) |
| Citrus Heights, CA | 10.4 mi | $1,745 | $-545 (-24%) |
| Rancho Cordova, CA | 10.6 mi | $2,023 | $-267 (-12%) |
| Rocklin, CA | 12.4 mi | $2,270 | $-20 (-1%) |
| Shingle Springs, CA | 12.8 mi | $1,840 | $-450 (-20%) |
| Roseville, CA | 12.9 mi | $2,153 | $-137 (-6%) |
| Carmichael, CA | 13 mi | $1,650 | $-640 (-28%) |
| Antelope, CA | 15.7 mi | $2,150 | $-140 (-6%) |
| La Riviera, CA | 16 mi | $1,756 | $-534 (-23%) |
| Rosemont, CA | 18.4 mi | $1,610 | $-680 (-30%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Folsom — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Folsom?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Folsom, California is $2,290 per month. This is +14% below the citywide median of $2,655.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Folsom?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $91,600 ($7,633/month gross), which works out to roughly $44.04/hour at a full-time job.
Is Folsom expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Folsom's 1-bedroom median of $2,290 is +64% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 91th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Folsom rank for 1-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 385 cities in California with 1-bedroom data, Folsom ranks #227 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Folsom?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Orangevale ($1,940), Fair Oaks ($1,850), Citrus Heights ($1,745).