How much does it cost to rent and live in California?

Specifically in the Central Vally. Rent around the area is about $700-$900 for 1-2 bed and 1 bath appartment. I have Gas and car insurance calculated into my budget, as well as phone (no cable or internet which saves about 100 a month).

I would also like to know an average cost of gas, water, elec, garbage, renters insurance, food, and anything else you can think of, for you personally (monthly) if you live near the area. I plan on moving in the near future and would like to know what my budget needs to be. Any additional expences that you can think of please tell me because I cant think of any more.

Chico, CA is pretty cheap :-) I was living in a 4 bedroom apartment for $925/ month, plus about $90/ month for PG&E (this was during the summer though), and internet was only about $50/ month. Trash was included in that... Not sure about the renters insurance, I joined a little late in the game to have to worry about that.

The central valley is a pretty big place and includes some moderately large cities and small farm communities. You may want to get more specific in your question.