Studio Apartment Rent in Highland, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Highland, California as of July 2026. That's +36% lower than the citywide median of $2,459 and +22% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Highland
Compare Highland'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? 1 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Highland.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Highland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redlands, CA | 6.1 mi | $2,030 | +$460 (+29%) |
| Loma Linda, CA | 6.9 mi | $1,810 | +$240 (+15%) |
| Running Springs, CA | 7.1 mi | $1,680 | +$110 (+7%) |
| Colton, CA | 10.2 mi | $1,730 | +$160 (+10%) |
| Crestline, CA | 10.5 mi | $1,640 | +$70 (+4%) |
| Grand Terrace, CA | 11.1 mi | $1,780 | +$210 (+13%) |
| Rialto, CA | 13.4 mi | $1,690 | +$120 (+8%) |
| Moreno Valley, CA | 14.6 mi | $2,063 | +$493 (+31%) |
| Beaumont, CA | 18.3 mi | $1,620 | +$50 (+3%) |
| Fontana, CA | 19.7 mi | $2,043 | +$473 (+30%) |
| Riverside, CA | 19.7 mi | $2,001 | +$431 (+27%) |
| Big Bear Lake, CA | 20.7 mi | $1,370 | $-200 (-13%) |
Studio rent in Highland — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Highland?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Highland, California is $1,570 per month. This is +36% below the citywide median of $2,459.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Highland?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $62,800 ($5,233/month gross), which works out to roughly $30.19/hour at a full-time job.
Is Highland expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Highland's studio median of $1,570 is +22% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 69th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Highland rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 383 cities in California with studio data, Highland ranks #73 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Highland?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Big Bear Lake ($1,370).