Cost of Living in Hayward, CA
Population: 159,201 • 2026 Data
$113,775
Median Household Income
+47% vs national
$2,360
Median Monthly Rent
+75% vs national
$820,700
Median Home Value
+142% vs national
5.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Hayward
The median home value in Hayward, CA is $820,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,360, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,420.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Hayward, CA is $113,775. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8%, with a labor force of 88,399 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.