Studio Apartment Rent in Fullerton, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Fullerton, California as of July 2026. That's +26% lower than the citywide median of $2,872 and +65% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Fullerton
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 Fullerton
Compare Fullerton's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florin | $738 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $838 |
| 3 | Taft | $870 |
| 4 | Lakeport | $890 |
| 5 | El Centro | $910 |
| 6 | Barstow | $920 |
| 7 | Red Bluff | $930 |
| 8 | California City | $940 |
| 9 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 10 | Paradise | $970 |
| 11 | Eureka | $980 |
| 12 | Oroville | $985 |
| 13 | Florence-Graham | $1,029 |
| 14 | Porterville | $1,050 |
| 15 | Anderson | $1,060 |
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 | Coto de Caza | $3,070 |
| 12 | Sunnyvale | $3,010 |
| 13 | Santa Barbara | $3,000 |
| 14 | Irvine | $3,000 |
| 15 | Solana Beach | $2,970 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Fullerton.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Fullerton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brea, CA | 4.1 mi | $2,440 | +$315 (+15%) |
| La Habra, CA | 4.5 mi | $1,980 | $-145 (-7%) |
| Anaheim, CA | 4.6 mi | $2,280 | +$155 (+7%) |
| Placentia, CA | 4.9 mi | $2,120 | $-5 (0%) |
| Buena Park, CA | 5.6 mi | $2,150 | +$25 (+1%) |
| La Mirada, CA | 5.9 mi | $2,100 | $-25 (-1%) |
| Rowland Heights, CA | 6.6 mi | $1,890 | $-235 (-11%) |
| Stanton, CA | 7.4 mi | $1,980 | $-145 (-7%) |
| Orange, CA | 8.1 mi | $2,228 | +$103 (+5%) |
| Hacienda Heights, CA | 8.7 mi | $1,840 | $-285 (-13%) |
| Cypress, CA | 8.9 mi | $2,210 | +$85 (+4%) |
| Whittier, CA | 9.2 mi | $1,854 | $-271 (-13%) |
Studio rent in Fullerton — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Fullerton?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Fullerton, California is $2,125 per month. This is +26% below the citywide median of $2,872.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Fullerton?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $85,000 ($7,083/month gross), which works out to roughly $40.87/hour at a full-time job.
Is Fullerton expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Fullerton's studio median of $2,125 is +65% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 91th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Fullerton rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 383 cities in California with studio data, Fullerton ranks #242 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Fullerton?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include La Habra ($1,980), Placentia ($2,120), La Mirada ($2,100).