Studio Apartment Rent in Folsom, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Folsom, California as of August 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $2,670 and +67% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Folsom
Compare Folsom'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 | $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? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Folsom.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Folsom |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Hills, CA | 5.5 mi | $2,350 | +$190 (+9%) |
| Orangevale, CA | 5.5 mi | $1,830 | $-330 (-15%) |
| Granite Bay, CA | 6.2 mi | $2,520 | +$360 (+17%) |
| Fair Oaks, CA | 7.8 mi | $1,750 | $-410 (-19%) |
| Citrus Heights, CA | 10.4 mi | $1,645 | $-515 (-24%) |
| Rancho Cordova, CA | 10.6 mi | $1,913 | $-247 (-11%) |
| Rocklin, CA | 12.4 mi | $2,145 | $-15 (-1%) |
| Shingle Springs, CA | 12.8 mi | $1,740 | $-420 (-19%) |
| Roseville, CA | 12.9 mi | $2,033 | $-127 (-6%) |
| Carmichael, CA | 13 mi | $1,560 | $-600 (-28%) |
| Antelope, CA | 15.7 mi | $2,030 | $-130 (-6%) |
| La Riviera, CA | 16 mi | $1,457 | $-703 (-33%) |
Studio rent in Folsom — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Folsom?
As of August 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Folsom, California is $2,160 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $2,670.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Folsom?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $86,400 ($7,200/month gross), which works out to roughly $41.54/hour at a full-time job.
Is Folsom expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Folsom's studio median of $2,160 is +67% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 92th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Folsom rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 378 cities in California with studio data, Folsom ranks #253 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Folsom?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Orangevale ($1,830), Fair Oaks ($1,750), Citrus Heights ($1,645).