Elyria, Ohio vs. Hayward, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hayward, California is 123.1% more expensive than Elyria, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $111,538 in Hayward, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Elyria, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hayward, California is more expensive than Elyria, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
415% more expensive in Hayward
than in Elyria, Ohio
Elyria, OH vs. Hayward, CA
Compared to Elyria, Hayward is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  123.1% higher
      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
  16.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  542.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  72.8% higher
  Health
  38.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.9% higher