Hayward, California vs. Houston, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Houston, Texas is 43.2% cheaper than Hayward, California.

You would need a salary of $47,693 in Houston, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Hayward, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Houston, Texas is cheaper than Hayward, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Houston
than in Hayward, California
Hayward, CA vs. Houston, TX
Compared to Hayward, Houston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  43.2% 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
  11.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  4.0% lower
  Health
  18.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% lower