Studio Apartment Rent in Yorba Linda, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Yorba Linda, California as of July 2026. That's +32% lower than the citywide median of $4,083 and +116% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Yorba Linda
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 Yorba Linda
Compare Yorba Linda'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Yorba Linda.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Yorba Linda |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chino Hills, CA | 5.3 mi | $2,660 | $-120 (-4%) |
| Placentia, CA | 6.3 mi | $2,120 | $-660 (-24%) |
| Diamond Bar, CA | 7.7 mi | $2,380 | $-400 (-14%) |
| Orange, CA | 8.2 mi | $2,228 | $-552 (-20%) |
| Brea, CA | 8.9 mi | $2,440 | $-340 (-12%) |
| Anaheim, CA | 8.9 mi | $2,280 | $-500 (-18%) |
| Chino, CA | 9.2 mi | $2,335 | $-445 (-16%) |
| Eastvale, CA | 11 mi | $2,660 | $-120 (-4%) |
| Tustin, CA | 11 mi | $2,490 | $-290 (-10%) |
| Rowland Heights, CA | 11.1 mi | $1,890 | $-890 (-32%) |
| Fullerton, CA | 11.2 mi | $2,125 | $-655 (-24%) |
| Pomona, CA | 11.9 mi | $1,600 | $-1,180 (-42%) |
Studio rent in Yorba Linda — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Yorba Linda?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Yorba Linda, California is $2,780 per month. This is +32% below the citywide median of $4,083.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Yorba Linda?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $111,200 ($9,267/month gross), which works out to roughly $53.46/hour at a full-time job.
Is Yorba Linda expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Yorba Linda's studio median of $2,780 is +116% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 99th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Yorba Linda rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 383 cities in California with studio data, Yorba Linda ranks #352 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Yorba Linda?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Chino Hills ($2,660), Placentia ($2,120), Diamond Bar ($2,380).