2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Perris, CA
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Perris, California as of August 2026. That's +11% lower than the citywide median of $2,911 and +56% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 2-bedroom in California
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taft | $1,140 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $1,141 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,180 |
| 4 | Barstow | $1,209 |
| 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 | Fortuna | $1,370 |
| 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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Perris.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Perris |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moreno Valley, CA | 6.1 mi | $2,678 | +$88 (+3%) |
| Menifee, CA | 8.9 mi | $2,727 | +$137 (+5%) |
| Lake Elsinore, CA | 14.2 mi | $2,800 | +$210 (+8%) |
| Riverside, CA | 14.4 mi | $2,599 | +$9 (0%) |
| Colton, CA | 14.7 mi | $2,250 | $-340 (-13%) |
| Redlands, CA | 14.9 mi | $2,635 | +$45 (+2%) |
| Wildomar, CA | 15 mi | $2,720 | +$130 (+5%) |
| Calimesa, CA | 15.5 mi | $2,350 | $-240 (-9%) |
| Loma Linda, CA | 15.6 mi | $2,350 | $-240 (-9%) |
| Winchester, CA | 15.6 mi | $3,410 | +$820 (+32%) |
| Grand Terrace, CA | 15.8 mi | $2,310 | $-280 (-11%) |
| Beaumont, CA | 17.3 mi | $2,110 | $-480 (-19%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Perris — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Perris?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Perris, California is $2,590 per month. This is +11% below the citywide median of $2,911.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Perris?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $103,600 ($8,633/month gross), which works out to roughly $49.81/hour at a full-time job.
Is Perris expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Perris's 2-bedroom median of $2,590 is +56% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 87th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Perris rank for 2-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 380 cities in California with 2-bedroom data, Perris ranks #163 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Perris?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Colton ($2,250), Calimesa ($2,350), Loma Linda ($2,350).