Studio Apartment Rent in Montebello, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Montebello, California as of October 2026. That's +42% lower than the citywide median of $2,837 and +28% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Montebello
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 Montebello
Compare Montebello's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florin | $738 |
| 2 | Taft | $870 |
| 3 | Ridgecrest | $887 |
| 4 | Lakeport | $890 |
| 5 | El Centro | $910 |
| 6 | Red Bluff | $930 |
| 7 | California City | $940 |
| 8 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 9 | Paradise | $970 |
| 10 | Eureka | $980 |
| 11 | Oroville | $985 |
| 12 | Fortuna | $990 |
| 13 | Porterville | $1,050 |
| 14 | Anderson | $1,060 |
| 15 | Shafter | $1,060 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montecito | $3,570 |
| 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 Montebello.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Montebello |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pico Rivera, CA | 2.3 mi | $1,770 | +$120 (+7%) |
| Monterey Park, CA | 2.8 mi | $1,625 | $-25 (-2%) |
| Rosemead, CA | 3.9 mi | $1,600 | $-50 (-3%) |
| East Los Angeles, CA | 4.3 mi | $1,600 | $-50 (-3%) |
| Alhambra, CA | 5 mi | $1,700 | +$50 (+3%) |
| Maywood, CA | 5.6 mi | $1,600 | $-50 (-3%) |
| San Gabriel, CA | 6.2 mi | $1,850 | +$200 (+12%) |
| Whittier, CA | 6.6 mi | $1,854 | +$204 (+12%) |
| El Monte, CA | 7 mi | $1,600 | $-50 (-3%) |
| Temple City, CA | 7 mi | $1,870 | +$220 (+13%) |
| South Pasadena, CA | 7.2 mi | $2,130 | +$480 (+29%) |
| South Gate, CA | 7.5 mi | $1,600 | $-50 (-3%) |
Studio rent in Montebello — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Montebello?
As of October 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Montebello, California is $1,650 per month. This is +42% below the citywide median of $2,837.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Montebello?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $66,000 ($5,500/month gross), which works out to roughly $31.73/hour at a full-time job.
Is Montebello expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Montebello's studio median of $1,650 is +28% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 73th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Montebello rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 378 cities in California with studio data, Montebello ranks #99 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Montebello?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Monterey Park ($1,625), Rosemead ($1,600), East Los Angeles ($1,600).