2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Galt, CA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Galt, California as of June 2026. That's +30% lower than the citywide median of $2,767 and +18% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Galt
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 Galt
Compare Galt's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taft | $1,140 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $1,168 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,180 |
| 4 | California City | $1,230 |
| 5 | Oildale | $1,241 |
| 6 | Oroville | $1,305 |
| 7 | Paradise | $1,330 |
| 8 | Red Bluff | $1,350 |
| 9 | Eureka | $1,360 |
| 10 | Porterville | $1,390 |
| 11 | Hanford | $1,400 |
| 12 | Tehachapi | $1,440 |
| 13 | Marysville | $1,450 |
| 14 | Florin | $1,457 |
| 15 | McKinleyville | $1,480 |
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 | Soquel | $4,410 |
| 7 | Capitola | $4,290 |
| 8 | Coronado | $4,280 |
| 9 | Tiburon | $4,210 |
| 10 | Los Altos | $4,170 |
| 11 | Millbrae | $4,070 |
| 12 | Corte Madera | $4,040 |
| 13 | Solana Beach | $3,990 |
| 14 | Sunnyvale | $3,980 |
| 15 | Topanga | $3,940 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Galt.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Galt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lodi, CA | 10.3 mi | $1,825 | $-125 (-6%) |
| Elk Grove, CA | 12.9 mi | $2,667 | +$717 (+37%) |
| Florin, CA | 18 mi | $1,457 | $-493 (-25%) |
| Stockton, CA | 19.6 mi | $1,806 | $-144 (-7%) |
| Rosemont, CA | 20.3 mi | $2,000 | +$50 (+3%) |
| Rancho Cordova, CA | 21.1 mi | $2,513 | +$563 (+29%) |
| La Riviera, CA | 21.3 mi | $1,825 | $-125 (-6%) |
| Carmichael, CA | 24.6 mi | $2,050 | +$100 (+5%) |
| Sacramento, CA | 24.6 mi | $2,159 | +$209 (+11%) |
| Fair Oaks, CA | 26.1 mi | $2,300 | +$350 (+18%) |
| Folsom, CA | 28.2 mi | $2,840 | +$890 (+46%) |
| Orangevale, CA | 28.8 mi | $2,410 | +$460 (+24%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Galt — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Galt?
As of June 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Galt, California is $1,950 per month. This is +30% below the citywide median of $2,767.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Galt?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $78,000 ($6,500/month gross), which works out to roughly $37.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Galt expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Galt's 2-bedroom median of $1,950 is +18% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 66th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Galt rank for 2-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 383 cities in California with 2-bedroom data, Galt ranks #59 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Galt?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Lodi ($1,825), Florin ($1,457), Stockton ($1,806).