Cost of Living Calculator - Hayward, Wisconsin vs Chicago, Illinois


The cost of living in Chicago, Illinois is 16.7% more expensive than Hayward, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $58,370 in Chicago, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Hayward, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Chicago, Illinois is more expensive than Hayward, Wisconsin
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
78% more expensive in Chicago
than in Hayward, Wisconsin
Hayward, WI vs Chicago, IL
Compared to Hayward, Chicago is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.7% 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
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.1% lower
  Commute
  78.2% higher
  Health
  18.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.7% higher

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