Cost of Living Calculator - Elizabeth, New Jersey vs Hayward, California


The cost of living in Hayward, California is 40.3% more expensive than Elizabeth, New Jersey.

You would need a salary of $183,771 in Hayward, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hayward, California is more expensive than Elizabeth, New Jersey
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
82% more expensive in Hayward
than in Elizabeth, New Jersey
Elizabeth, NJ vs Hayward, CA
Compared to Elizabeth, Hayward is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  40.3% 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
  6.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  127.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  18.5% lower
  Commute
  11.7% lower
  Health
  19.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.3% higher

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