Hayward, WI vs Stoddard, WI

Hayward, WI and Stoddard, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.1% difference in their overall index. Hayward scores 69 while Stoddard scores 70 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hayward is $691/month compared to $796/month in Stoddard — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hayward has cheaper rent, Stoddard actually has lower median home values ($169,700 vs $184,200).

Median household income in Hayward is $40,085 compared to $61,477 in Stoddard (-34.8%). While Stoddard is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hayward spend roughly 20.7% of their income on rent, more than the 15.5% in Stoddard.