1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Sonoma, CA
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Sonoma, California as of July 2026. That's +34% lower than the citywide median of $3,128 and +47% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Sonoma
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 Sonoma
Compare Sonoma'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? 2 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Sonoma.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Sonoma |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novato, CA | 11.9 mi | $2,567 | +$517 (+25%) |
| Petaluma, CA | 13.3 mi | $2,555 | +$505 (+25%) |
| American Canyon, CA | 14.6 mi | $2,350 | +$300 (+15%) |
| Napa, CA | 14.7 mi | $2,050 | — |
| Rohnert Park, CA | 17.1 mi | $2,260 | +$210 (+10%) |
| San Rafael, CA | 17.7 mi | $2,855 | +$805 (+39%) |
| Vallejo, CA | 18.5 mi | $1,843 | $-207 (-10%) |
| San Anselmo, CA | 19.1 mi | $2,710 | +$660 (+32%) |
| San Pablo, CA | 21.5 mi | $1,481 | $-569 (-28%) |
| Pinole, CA | 21.7 mi | $2,240 | +$190 (+9%) |
| Hercules, CA | 21.7 mi | $2,830 | +$780 (+38%) |
| Larkspur, CA | 22 mi | $3,120 | +$1,070 (+52%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Sonoma — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Sonoma?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Sonoma, California is $2,050 per month. This is +34% below the citywide median of $3,128.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Sonoma?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $82,000 ($6,833/month gross), which works out to roughly $39.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Sonoma expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Sonoma's 1-bedroom median of $2,050 is +47% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 84th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Sonoma rank for 1-bedroom rent in California?
Among the 385 cities in California with 1-bedroom data, Sonoma ranks #159 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Sonoma?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Vallejo ($1,843), San Pablo ($1,481).