Hayward, WI Cost of Living


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United States / Wisconsin / No Metro Area / Sawyer County / Hayward / Zip Codes

Hayward cost of living score
89
Less expensive
11.0% lower
than the US average
1.0% lower
than the Wisconsin average
Hayward, Wisconsin gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 89, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 11.0% lower than the U.S. average and 1.0% higher than the average for Wisconsin.

Hayward, WI

Housing costs in Hayward?
A typical home costs $314,100, which is 7.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 28.7% more expensive than the average Wisconsin home, at $244,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Hayward costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 21.2% cheaper than the state average of $1,030.

Can I afford Hayward?
To live comfortably in Hayward, Wisconsin, a minimum annual income of $60,120 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Hayward?
Hayward, WI is a small town located in the northwestern part of Wisconsin. The cost of living in Hayward is quite affordable compared to other areas in the state. The median home value is just over $150,000 and the median household income is around $50,000. Groceries and transportation are reasonably priced as well, with gas prices being lower than the national average. Renters will also find that rent prices are quite reasonable, with a one-bedroom apartment costing about $800 a month. Overall, Hayward's cost of living makes it an attractive option for those looking to live in a rural area without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesHaywardWisconsinUnited States
  89.089.9100.0
  99.294.7100
  108.198.9100.0
  86.979.3100.0
  $314,100$244,100$338,100
  103.2%99.0%100.0%
  77.786.9100.0
  100.6106.6100.0

   100=National Average

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