1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Highland, CA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Highland, California as of July 2026. That's +33% lower than the citywide median of $2,459 and +18% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Highland
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 Highland
Compare Highland'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? 1 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Highland.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Highland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redlands, CA | 6.1 mi | $2,115 | +$475 (+29%) |
| Loma Linda, CA | 6.9 mi | $1,890 | +$250 (+15%) |
| Running Springs, CA | 7.1 mi | $1,750 | +$110 (+7%) |
| Colton, CA | 10.2 mi | $1,810 | +$170 (+10%) |
| Crestline, CA | 10.5 mi | $1,710 | +$70 (+4%) |
| Grand Terrace, CA | 11.1 mi | $1,860 | +$220 (+13%) |
| Rialto, CA | 13.4 mi | $1,760 | +$120 (+7%) |
| Moreno Valley, CA | 14.6 mi | $2,153 | +$513 (+31%) |
| Beaumont, CA | 18.3 mi | $1,690 | +$50 (+3%) |
| Fontana, CA | 19.7 mi | $2,137 | +$497 (+30%) |
| Riverside, CA | 19.7 mi | $2,089 | +$449 (+27%) |
| Big Bear Lake, CA | 20.7 mi | $1,450 | $-190 (-12%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Highland — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Highland?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Highland, California is $1,640 per month. This is +33% below the citywide median of $2,459.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Highland?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $65,600 ($5,467/month gross), which works out to roughly $31.54/hour at a full-time job.
Is Highland expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Highland's 1-bedroom median of $1,640 is +18% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 66th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Highland rank for 1-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 385 cities in California with 1-bedroom data, Highland ranks #68 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Highland?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Big Bear Lake ($1,450).