Can A Physical Therapist Afford Rent in San Ramon, CA?
Stretched but workable — rent takes 34.2% of gross income.
San Ramon rent: June 2026. Salary: BLS OEWS May 2024 (California state estimate).
About rent and a physical therapist salary
Physical therapist pay covers comfortable rent across most US metros. At the national-average PT salary, the 30% rule supports about $2,493 a month in rent, which is above the median in most cities tracked here.
Cheaper rent nearby
These California cities have lower median rent than San Ramon, which improves the affordability math on a physical therapist salary:
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View full rent data for San Ramon, CA →Frequently asked questions
Can a physical therapist afford rent in San Ramon, CA?
Median rent in San Ramon is $3,352 a month. A typical physical therapist in California earns about $117,658 a year, which makes that rent 34.2% of gross monthly income. Under the 30% rule, the answer is no — rent exceeds the 30% threshold.
How much rent can a physical therapist afford in San Ramon?
Using the 30% rule, a physical therapist salary in California (~$117,658/yr) supports up to $2,941 a month in rent. San Ramon's current median rent is $3,352/mo, which is $411/mo over the affordability threshold.
How many hours does a physical therapist work to cover rent in San Ramon?
At an hourly equivalent of about $57 an hour, a physical therapist in California works roughly 59.3 hours a month to cover San Ramon's median rent of $3,352.
Where is rent cheaper than San Ramon for a physical therapist?
Nearby California cities with lower median rent include Arcadia ($3,351/mo), Oak Park ($3,351/mo), Solvang ($3,350/mo). Each shifts the affordability math materially on a physical therapist salary.