2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Paso Robles, CA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Paso Robles, California as of July 2026. That's +14% lower than the citywide median of $2,684 and +40% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Paso Robles
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 Paso Robles
Compare Paso Robles's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,107 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,140 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,180 |
| 4 | Barstow | $1,216 |
| 5 | California City | $1,230 |
| 6 | Clearlake | $1,250 |
| 7 | Oroville | $1,305 |
| 8 | El Centro | $1,330 |
| 9 | Paradise | $1,330 |
| 10 | Red Bluff | $1,350 |
| 11 | Eureka | $1,360 |
| 12 | Shafter | $1,380 |
| 13 | Porterville | $1,390 |
| 14 | Hanford | $1,400 |
| 15 | Tehachapi | $1,440 |
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 | Capitola | $4,290 |
| 7 | Coronado | $4,280 |
| 8 | Tiburon | $4,210 |
| 9 | Los Altos | $4,170 |
| 10 | Millbrae | $4,070 |
| 11 | Corte Madera | $4,040 |
| 12 | Solana Beach | $3,990 |
| 13 | Sunnyvale | $3,980 |
| 14 | Topanga | $3,940 |
| 15 | Rancho Palos Verdes | $3,940 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Paso Robles.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Paso Robles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Templeton, CA | 8.6 mi | $3,080 | +$760 (+33%) |
| Atascadero, CA | 14.3 mi | $2,200 | $-120 (-5%) |
| Morro Bay, CA | 18.3 mi | $2,380 | +$60 (+3%) |
| Los Osos, CA | 26 mi | $2,490 | +$170 (+7%) |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | 27.8 mi | $2,655 | +$335 (+14%) |
| Pismo Beach, CA | 34.9 mi | $2,920 | +$600 (+26%) |
| Grover Beach, CA | 38.4 mi | $2,410 | +$90 (+4%) |
| Arroyo Grande, CA | 38.5 mi | $2,630 | +$310 (+13%) |
| Nipomo, CA | 46.3 mi | $2,540 | +$220 (+9%) |
| Santa Maria, CA | 57.8 mi | $2,890 | +$570 (+25%) |
| Lemoore, CA | 77 mi | $1,740 | $-580 (-25%) |
| Lompoc, CA | 78.5 mi | $2,700 | +$380 (+16%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Paso Robles — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Paso Robles?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Paso Robles, California is $2,320 per month. This is +14% below the citywide median of $2,684.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Paso Robles?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $92,800 ($7,733/month gross), which works out to roughly $44.62/hour at a full-time job.
Is Paso Robles expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Paso Robles's 2-bedroom median of $2,320 is +40% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 80th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Paso Robles rank for 2-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 386 cities in California with 2-bedroom data, Paso Robles ranks #111 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Paso Robles?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Atascadero ($2,200), Lemoore ($1,740).