Studio Apartment Rent in Sonoma, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Sonoma, California as of July 2026. That's +41% lower than the citywide median of $3,128 and +43% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Sonoma
Compare Sonoma's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florin | $738 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $838 |
| 3 | Taft | $870 |
| 4 | Lakeport | $890 |
| 5 | El Centro | $910 |
| 6 | Barstow | $920 |
| 7 | Red Bluff | $930 |
| 8 | California City | $940 |
| 9 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 10 | Paradise | $970 |
| 11 | Eureka | $980 |
| 12 | Oroville | $985 |
| 13 | Florence-Graham | $1,029 |
| 14 | Porterville | $1,050 |
| 15 | Anderson | $1,060 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Cruz | $3,520 |
| 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 | Coto de Caza | $3,070 |
| 12 | Sunnyvale | $3,010 |
| 13 | Santa Barbara | $3,000 |
| 14 | Irvine | $3,000 |
| 15 | Solana Beach | $2,970 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Sonoma.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Sonoma |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novato, CA | 11.9 mi | $2,097 | +$257 (+14%) |
| Petaluma, CA | 13.3 mi | $2,190 | +$350 (+19%) |
| American Canyon, CA | 14.6 mi | $2,110 | +$270 (+15%) |
| Napa, CA | 14.7 mi | $1,845 | +$5 (0%) |
| Rohnert Park, CA | 17.1 mi | $2,030 | +$190 (+10%) |
| San Rafael, CA | 17.7 mi | $2,330 | +$490 (+27%) |
| Vallejo, CA | 18.5 mi | $1,677 | $-163 (-9%) |
| San Anselmo, CA | 19.1 mi | $2,210 | +$370 (+20%) |
| San Pablo, CA | 21.5 mi | $1,709 | $-131 (-7%) |
| Pinole, CA | 21.7 mi | $1,970 | +$130 (+7%) |
| Hercules, CA | 21.7 mi | $2,490 | +$650 (+35%) |
| Larkspur, CA | 22 mi | $2,550 | +$710 (+39%) |
Studio rent in Sonoma — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Sonoma?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Sonoma, California is $1,840 per month. This is +41% below the citywide median of $3,128.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Sonoma?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $73,600 ($6,133/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.38/hour at a full-time job.
Is Sonoma expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Sonoma's studio median of $1,840 is +43% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 82th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Sonoma rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 383 cities in California with studio data, Sonoma ranks #150 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Sonoma?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Vallejo ($1,677), San Pablo ($1,709).