Dayton, Ohio vs. Hayward, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hayward, California is 136.6% more expensive than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $236,568 in Hayward, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hayward, California is more expensive than Dayton, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
667% more expensive in Hayward
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Hayward, CA
Compared to Dayton, Hayward is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  136.6% 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
  18.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,211.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% lower
  Commute
  52.8% higher
  Health
  29.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.0% higher