Cost of Living in Hayward, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
76.0
100 = national avg
-24.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,446
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$79,055
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.9
Food80.6
Transportation55.9
Healthcare84.5
Utilities85.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$801
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,051
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hayward is 76.0, which is 24.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,446 per year to cover basic expenses.