Cost of Living In Hayward, California - Is Hayward Cheap Place To Live?

How expensive is it to live in Hayward, California?
Is it very expensive to live in Hayward, California? How much money do you need to live comfortably in Hayward? Let's find out. The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. An amount below 100 means Hayward, California is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means Hayward, California is more expensive. Hayward, California cost of living is 150. Which is 50% higher than US average.
Median Home Cost
$622700
171% NAT AVG.
Median Income
$91490
36% NAT AVG.
Median Rent
$1914
65% NAT AVG.
Cost Of Living
150
50% NAT AVG.
Cost of Living
Expense Hayward California National Avg.
Services 116 112 100
Groceries 134 113 100
Health 125 115 100
Housing 199 198 100
Transportation 145 134 100
Utilities 136 126 100
Cost of Living
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