Cost of Living in Hayward, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
208.2
100 = national avg
+108.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$91,607
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$216,526
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing313.5
Food137.0
Transportation149.3
Healthcare129.6
Utilities164.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,385
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,912
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hayward is 208.2, which is 108.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 313.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $91,607 per year to cover basic expenses.