1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Perris, CA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Perris, California as of July 2026. That's +27% lower than the citywide median of $2,833 and +49% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Perris
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 Perris
Compare Perris'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? 4 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Perris.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Perris |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moreno Valley, CA | 6.1 mi | $2,153 | +$73 (+4%) |
| Menifee, CA | 8.9 mi | $2,190 | +$110 (+5%) |
| Lake Elsinore, CA | 14.2 mi | $2,295 | +$215 (+10%) |
| Riverside, CA | 14.4 mi | $2,089 | +$9 (0%) |
| Colton, CA | 14.7 mi | $1,810 | $-270 (-13%) |
| Redlands, CA | 14.9 mi | $2,115 | +$35 (+2%) |
| Wildomar, CA | 15 mi | $2,180 | +$100 (+5%) |
| Loma Linda, CA | 15.6 mi | $1,890 | $-190 (-9%) |
| Winchester, CA | 15.6 mi | $2,740 | +$660 (+32%) |
| Grand Terrace, CA | 15.8 mi | $1,860 | $-220 (-11%) |
| Beaumont, CA | 17.3 mi | $1,690 | $-390 (-19%) |
| Murrieta, CA | 18.4 mi | $2,470 | +$390 (+19%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Perris — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Perris?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Perris, California is $2,080 per month. This is +27% below the citywide median of $2,833.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Perris?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $83,200 ($6,933/month gross), which works out to roughly $40.00/hour at a full-time job.
Is Perris expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Perris's 1-bedroom median of $2,080 is +49% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 85th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Perris rank for 1-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 385 cities in California with 1-bedroom data, Perris ranks #166 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Perris?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Colton ($1,810), Loma Linda ($1,890), Grand Terrace ($1,860).