Chicago, Illinois vs. Hayward, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hayward, Wisconsin is 14.3% cheaper than Chicago, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $42,831 in Hayward, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hayward, Wisconsin is cheaper than Chicago, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
43% cheaper in Hayward
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Hayward, WI
Compared to Chicago, Hayward is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.3% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% higher
  Commute
  43.9% lower
  Health
  22.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% lower