Hayward, WI

Wisconsin · Douglas County · Duluth Metro

Hayward is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,549. Residents earn $40,085 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

2,549 Population 683/sq mi density

$40,085 Median Income $28,958 per capita

$184,200 Home Value $354,800 Zillow

$691 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent

42°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr

348 Violent Crime/100K 2,134 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.7 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.0 / 5.0

$40,085 median income, 2.6% unemployment

Affordability

4.1 / 5.0

$184,200 home value, $691/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

348 violent crimes/100K (8% below avg)

C+

Education

2.9 / 5.0

23.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $40,085

47% lower than US avg

Home Value $184,200

35% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 348/100K

8% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.3%

31% lower than US avg

Median Rent $691

41% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.4%

7% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 19.1%

54% higher than US avg

How Hayward Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,549

Median Age42.6 yrs

Density683/mi²

Male / Female53% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans7.6%

Economy

Median Income$40,085

Per Capita$28,958

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty19.1%

County GDP$2,402M

Commute12 min

Housing

Home Value$184,200

Rent$691

Ownership58.0%

Zillow$354,800

Housing Units1,367

Rent Burden29.0%

Crime

Violent348/100K

Property2,134/100K

Murder87.1/100K

Assault218/100K

Burglary218/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%

Uninsured8.9%

Smoking18.2%

Depression25.6%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain31.3 in/yr

Sunny Days249/yr

Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.3%

High School+90.2%

Graduate+6.8%

School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%

Commute12 min

Broadband85.6%

EV Stations1

Libraries3

Is Hayward a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hayward receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hayward has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hayward is $40,085, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 19.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hayward is $184,200, 35% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hayward is below the national average at 348 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,134 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hayward has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hayward has a population of 2,549 with a density of 683 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.5% female and 52.5% male. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 6.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 7.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.4% of residents have a disability. 91.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,549

Total Population

683

People / sq mi

42.6yrs

Median Age

10% above US avg

3.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%

Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hayward vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.9%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.1%

69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hayward vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hayward is $40,085, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,958 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,016, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,215 business establishments, including 156 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hayward vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$40,085
	47% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,958
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,016
IRS Avg AGI	$67,532
Gini Index	0.421 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	19.1%
	54% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,215
County GDP	$2,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants	156
Healthcare	119
Retail	151
Manufacturing	54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,924
	41% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	12.3 min
Drive Alone	78.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hayward is $184,200, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $354,800, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,367 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $4,924 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$184,200
	35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$354,800

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$691
	41% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$797
1 Bedroom	$872
2 Bedrooms	$1,097
3 Bedrooms	$1,405
4 Bedrooms	$1,572

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	58.0%
Owner-Occupied	58.0%
Renter-Occupied	42.0%
Housing Units	1,367
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,924
	41% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.67%

In Hayward, 34.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 30.9% have high blood pressure. 18.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.3% report binge drinking. 28.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,018. The dentist ratio is 1:1,635. 81.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Hayward vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.4%
	7% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	30.9%
Asthma	11.5%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.2%
	30% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.3%
Physical Inactivity	28.9%
Depression	25.6%
Mental Distress	18.3%
Physical Distress	14.3%
Short Sleep	35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.5%
Uninsured	8.9%
	3% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,018
Dentists	1:1,635
Mental Health	1:546
Checkup Rate	75.1%
Dental Visits	62.5%
Premature Death	8,763/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	81.0%
Healthcare Facilities	119

Hayward has a violent crime rate of 348 per 100,000 residents, 8% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 217.8 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 43.6. The murder rate is 87.1 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,134 per 100,000, 9% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,829, burglary at 218, vehicle theft at 87 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Hayward receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Hayward vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	348.4/100K
	8% below US avg
Murder	87.1/100K
	1283% above US avg
Rape	43.6/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	217.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,134.2/100K
	9% above US avg
Burglary	217.8/100K
Theft	1,829.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	87.1/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	5
Avg Accident Severity	3.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Hayward has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,189 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	41.5°F
	23% below US avg
January Average	12°F (-11°C)
July Average	67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,189 ft (362 m)
Area	3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density	683/sq mi
Coordinates	46.0066°N, 91.4897°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Douglas County County
Nearest Airport	Rice Lake Regional/Carl's Field (RIE) 43 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.3"

18% below US avg

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.49"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	62.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	25.6 / 100
Community Resilience	44.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

144 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 6 fatalities, 152 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 16, 2017	EF3	99 km	1
Sep 2, 2002	EF3	66 km	0
Jun 18, 2001	EF3	93 km	2
Jun 8, 1985	EF3	79 km	2
Jul 1, 2011	EF2	45 km	0
Jul 27, 2010	EF2	71 km	0
Apr 26, 1994	EF2	66 km	0
Sep 11, 1990	EF2	65 km	0
Sep 11, 1990	EF2	64 km	0
Sep 3, 1986	EF2	77 km	0
Sep 12, 1982	EF2	74 km	0
Sep 3, 1980	EF2	71 km	0
Jul 30, 1977	EF2	94 km	1
Aug 24, 1975	EF2	82 km	0
Sep 20, 1972	EF2	89 km	0
Jun 30, 1968	EF2	35 km	0
Jul 22, 1967	EF2	82 km	0
Jul 10, 1966	EF2	100 km	0
May 7, 1965	EF2	46 km	0
May 5, 1965	EF2	66 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

18 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GERMANN ROAD FIRE (6,751 ac, 2013).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2013	GERMANN ROAD FIRE	6,751	38 km
2019	NW SANDS UNITS I/F/C/A	3,386	72 km
2016	UNNAMED	2,682	72 km
2013	UNNAMED	2,240	72 km
2024	RX-86_FY23	2,187	85 km
2014	UNNAMED	2,116	70 km
2015	UNNAMED	1,407	71 km
2015	UNNAMED	1,361	70 km
2021	NW SANDS - BLOCK E RX	1,361	71 km
2007	PIONEER FIRE	1,072	36 km
2018	UNNAMED	961	68 km
2024	NW SANDS BLOCK J RX	911	73 km
2024	NW SANDS BLOCK B RX	844	68 km
2013	CRANBERRY FIRE	779	88 km
2018	NW SANDS BLOCK C	771	69 km
2022	BRINKS 8C - SOUTH RX	725	80 km
2024	RX-64	553	89 km
2007	BN COMPLEX 2	547	80 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	12°F (-11°C)	1.1 in	Coldest
February	15°F (-9°C)	0.9 in	Driest
March	27°F (-3°C)	1.8 in
April	40°F (5°C)	2.2 in
May	53°F (12°C)	3.2 in
June	62°F (17°C)	3.9 in
July	67°F (20°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	65°F (18°C)	4.5 in	Wettest
September	56°F (13°C)	4.3 in
October	45°F (7°C)	2.9 in
November	29°F (-2°C)	1.8 in
December	15°F (-10°C)	1.3 in

Hayward has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 12°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (0.9").

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Hayward is located in Douglas County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 23.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 31% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 52% of the vote, a 5.3-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 119 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%

D 52%

Winner: Democrat by 5.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	5
Avg Accident Severity	3.2 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.3%
	31% below US avg
High School+	90.2%
Graduate Degree+	6.8%
School Test Score	5.74

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	683/sq mi
Total Area	3.4 sq mi
County	Douglas County County

Services

Broadband Access	85.6%
Avg Download Speed	104.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	25.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	119
Restaurants	156
Retail Stores	151

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	12.3 min
Drive Alone	78.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.3%

Average costs for common services in Hayward. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,022
Toddler	$909
Preschool	$909
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$758
Toddler	$736
Preschool	$736

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Douglas County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services	2,186	148	$18,918	1.50
Retail Trade	2,088	130	$35,646	1.30
Manufacturing	1,756	54	$77,570	1.33
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,728	224	$46,109	0.75
Transportation & Warehousing	1,414	59	$76,998	2.08
Construction	980	112	$82,431	1.16
Other Services	578	92	$32,882	1.20
Wholesale Trade	565	43	$70,515	0.89
Finance & Insurance	333	48	$73,131	0.51
Professional & Technical Services	319	80	$72,300	0.29
Administrative & Waste Services	306	44	$39,450	0.32
Arts & Entertainment	260	24	$23,119	0.96
Management of Companies	252	13	$97,534	0.93
Information & Technology	163	12	$38,735	0.54
Real Estate	142	33	$37,735	0.57
Utilities	114	5	$100,192	1.87
Educational Services	59	10	$18,103	0.18

Colleges & Universities in Hayward

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University	Public · Bachelor's	373	—	$6,030	$6,030

Hospitals in Hayward

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
TAMARACK HEALTH HAYWARD MEDICAL CENTER	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(715) 934-4321

Schools in Hayward

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Hayward High	High	529	41	12.9:1
Hayward Primary	Elementary	416	39	10.7:1
Hayward Intermediate	Elementary	353	30	11.8:1
Hayward Middle	Middle	347	34	10.2:1
Hayward Ctr for Individualized Learning (Charter)	Other	229	8	28.6:1
Northern Waters Environmental School (Charter)	High	31	3	10.3:1
WOLI/Akii'gikinoo'amaading Environmental School (Charter)	High	13	0	—

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Radio Stations near Hayward

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Hayward

4 campgrounds found near Hayward.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
TWO LAKES	4.5/5	94	$25
MOOSE LAKE	4.3/5	15	$15
Perch Lake Campground	1.0/5	16	$15
Namekagon District	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Hayward

25 national parks and monuments found near Hayward.

Park	Type	Fee
Amnicon Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore	National Lakeshore	Free
Big Bay State Park	State Park	Free
Black River State North Country Trail Area	State Park	Free
Brunet Island State Park	State Park	Free
Cattail State Trail	State Park	Free
Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Clear Creek State North Country Trail Area	State Park	Free
Copper Falls State North Country Trail Area	State Park	Free
Copper Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Copper Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Gandy Dancer State Trail	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Nw	State Park	Free
Jay Cooke State Park	State Park	Free
Nemadji River State North Country Trail Area	State Park	Free
North Country National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Old Abe State Trail	State Park	Free
Pattison State Park	State Park	Free
Pattison State Park North Country Trail Area	State Park	Free
Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway	National Scenic Riverway	Free
Saunders State Trail	State Park	Free
Solon Springs State North Country Trail Area	State Park	Free
Straight Lake Wilderness State Park	State Park	Free
Tuscobia State Trail	State Park	Free
Wild Rivers State Trail	State Park	Free

Trails Near Hayward

133+ trails found near Hayward.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
FISH TRAP	25.1	ASPHALT	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE BIKE	12.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BEAR PAW	12.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BUCKSKIN	9.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL SCENIC	7.4	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL SCENIC	7.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MUKWONAGO SKI TRAIL 2.3 KM	7.0	SNOW	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL SCENIC	6.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL SCENIC	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BUCKSKIN	5.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL SCENIC	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DRUMMOND CONNECTOR	3.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL D-202	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TOTOGATIC	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
TWO AXE HWT	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SNOWMOBILE TRAIL 3 & 5	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL D-202	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL SCENIC	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE BIKE 5MI CUTOFF	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL D-202	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOREST LODGE NATURE TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NAMEKAGON SOUTH LOOP	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NAMEKAGON NATURE TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NAMEKAGON NORTH LOOP	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DIAMOND LAKE HWT	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GHOST CREEK HWT	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DIAMOND LAKE HWT	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DIAMOND LAKE HWT	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TWO AXE HWT	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
MUKWONAGO SKI TRAIL 2.3 KM	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
LYNCH CREEK	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
TWO AXE HWT	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LYNCH CREEK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC ROCK LK	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 7.1KM	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 7.1KM	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL D-202	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
EXTENDED NATURE TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DIAMOND LAKE HWT	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TWO LAKES BRANCH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DIAMOND LAKE HWT	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LYNCH CREEK SOUTH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TWO AXE HWT	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MUKWONAGO SKI TRAIL 2.3 KM	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 7.1KM	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
DIAMOND LAKE HWT	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DIAMOND LAKE HWT	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
EIGHTEEN MILE SPRING	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 4KM	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
PORCUPINE CREEK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 7.1KM	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 4KM	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
TWO AXE HWT	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
MUKWONAGO SKI TRAIL 4.4 KM	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC ROCK LK	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MUKWONAGO SKI TRAIL 2.3 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
LYNCH CREEK NORTH-PLATFORM	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 4KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL D-202	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 7.1KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
TWO AXE HWT	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MUKWONAGO SKI TRAIL 4.4 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 4KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
DIAMOND LAKE HWT	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 4KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MUKWONAGO SKI TRAIL 13.6 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
MUKWONAGO SKI TRAIL 2.3 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 7.1KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 7.1KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL SCENIC	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MUKWONAGO SKI TRAIL 7.5 KM	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
TWO AXE HWT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 7.1KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 4KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 4KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
MUKWONAGO SKI TRAIL 2.3 KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 4KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 7.1KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL D-202	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL D-202	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 11.5 KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 6KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
DIAMOND LAKE HWT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MUKWONAGO SKI TRAIL 13.6 KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL REC 4KM	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
DIAMOND LAKE HWT	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY NATIONAL SCENIC	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK LAKE NATIONAL RECREATION	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—

Museums in Hayward

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
NATIONAL FRESH WATER FISHING HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	10360 HALL OF FAME DRIVE	7156344440	$273,688
SAWYER COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7156348053
SAWYER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	15715 COUNTY HIGHWAY B	7156348053
STONE LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Hayward

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
SHERMAN & RUTH WEISS COMMUNITY LIBRARY	10788 STATE HWY. 27/77	0.0	75,426
LAC COURTE OREILLES OJIBWA COLLEGE COMMUNITY LIBRARY	13466 W. TREPANIA RD.	0.0	16,000

Farmers Markets in Hayward

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Feed Mill's Farmer's Market	10494 Wisconsin Avenue	May to May	Mon:12:00 PM - 4:00 PM;	Yes
UCC Cable Farmers Market

Breweries in Hayward

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Angry Minnow	WI, Hayward, Beverages, Brewery and American Restaurant, Malt Beverages, Restaurants, Hayward Malt	10440 Florida Ave	7159343055	Visit

Nursing Homes in Hayward

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
WATER'S EDGE 11040 NORTH STATE RD 77	Non profit - Corporation	50	45	5/5	—	5/5	4/5	7159344321
GOLDEN LIVINGCENTER-VALLEY OF HAYWARD 10775 NYMAN AVE	For profit - Corporation	59	41	4/5	—	3/5	4/5	7156342202

Pharmacies in Hayward

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
HAYWARD AREA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL	11040 NORTH STATE ROAD 77	715-934-4321
LAC COURTE OREILLES HEALTH CENTER PHARMACY	13380W TREPANIA ROAD	715-638-5146
NORTHERN LAKES COOPERATIVE PHARMACY	15870 WEST UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 63	715-634-8238
PAMIDA - 9	10680 STATE HIGHWAY 27	715-634-8530
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 3245	15594 STATE HIGHWAY 77	715-634-8309
WALGREENS - 11857	10489 STATE ROAD 27	715-634-1919

EV Charging Stations in Hayward

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Jump River Electric Co-Op	13895 Co Highway B	ZEFNET	1		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Hayward

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
N6595 STONE LAKE ROAD (96723)	GTOWER	128
N6595 STONE LAKE ROAD (96723)	GTOWER	128
6583 NORTH LARSEN ROAD (96735)	GTOWER	123
6583 NORTH LARSEN ROAD (96735)	GTOWER	123
w2202 Town Hall Rd (Springbrook Cell Site)	TOWER	97
N11688 Verns Road (122204)	GTOWER	94
N11688 Verns Road (122204)	GTOWER	94
(Hayward Relo) 10240 N. Tower Road (311585)	GTOWER	82
10240 TOWER ROAD (96732)	GTOWER	82
10240 TOWER ROAD (96732)	GTOWER	82
(Couderay site) 12914 W.JOS.Chafer Road	TOWER	78
(Nelson Lake site) 12470 N State Hwy 27	TOWER	78

Fire Stations in Hayward

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Hayward Fire Department	15460 W HWY 77	Volunteer	715-634-4123
Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Fire Department	8527 N Trepania RD	Mostly volunteer	715-634-9800
Town of Round Lake Fire	10625 N County Road A	Mostly volunteer	715-462-9397
Town of Spider Lake Volunteer Fire Department	10906W Town Hall RD	Volunteer	715-462-4514

Bridges in Hayward

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete continuous	1996	141	13,500	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2000	116	6,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1976	139	3,900	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1958	92	1,100	F
Culvert	Steel	2012	21	801	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1976	117	108	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1974	93	100	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2017	93	99	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2022	105	50	G

Correctional Facilities in Hayward

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
SAWYER COUNTY JAIL	15880 5TH ST	COUNTY	97	92	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Hayward

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATION-HAYWARD	16571 W US HIGHWAY 63	SAWYER

Airports Near Hayward

33 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Sawyer County Airport	HYR	Medium Airport
Alpha Hotel Airport	—	Small Airport
Barron Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Bayfield County Airport	—	Small Airport
Ben Sutherland Airport	—	Small Airport
Cable Union Airport	—	Small Airport
Carlson Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Chetek Municipal Southworth Airport	—	Small Airport
Cloud Dancer Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Cumberland Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Drew 9 Airport	—	Small Airport
Eau Claire Lakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Florida North Airport	—	Small Airport
John F Kennedy Memorial Airport	ASX	Small Airport
Kitty-Wompus Airport	—	Small Airport
Lakewood Lodge Airport	—	Small Airport
Lilac Time Airport	—	Small Airport
Minnesuing Airport	—	Small Airport
Mort's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Nest of Eagles Airport	—	Small Airport
Old Dairy Airport	—	Small Airport
Rainbow Airport	—	Small Airport
Rice Lake Regional Airport - Carl's Field	RIE	Small Airport
Richard I Bong Memorial Airport	SUW	Small Airport
Rusk County Airport	—	Small Airport
Shell Lake Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Sky Harbor Airport	—	Small Airport
Solon Springs Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Springbrook Airport	—	Small Airport
Taylorport Airport	—	Small Airport
Voyager Village Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Willie's Airport	—	Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Hayward

9 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar Tree 7334	Other	15734 W US Highway 63
Holiday Stationstore 2746028	Convenience Store	15752 US Highway 63
Holiday Stationstore 2746036	Convenience Store	10478 State Road 27
Kwik Trip 1112	Convenience Store	15870 US Highway 63
Lynns Custom Meat & Catering	Specialty Store	15478 Whispering Pines Cir
Marketplace Foods 2583	Super Store	10514 S Main St
Millers Market LLC	Grocery Store	15867 Railroad St
Walgreens 11857	Other	10489 State Road 27
Walmart SUPERCENTER 3245	Super Store	15594 State Road 77

Treatment Centers in Hayward

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Minneapolis VAMC - Hayward CBOC	Both	612-467-4010

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hayward

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AMERICAN INDIANS AGAINST ABUSE	PO BOX 1617
BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 768
ELEMENT CHURCH	PO BOX 152
FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 346
GOSPEL VENTURES INC	PO BOX 1093
GREATER HAYWARD HOUSE OF HOPE INCORPORATED	PO BOX 372
HAYWARD CHURCH OF CHRIST	10545 MORNINGSIDE DR
HAYWARD FOURSQUARE CHURCH	9459 N COUNTY ROAD K
HAYWARD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH INC	OLKER ROAD
HAYWARD WESLEYAN CHURCH	10655 NYMAN AVE
LIVE BELOVED	16160 W WOODLAND HILLS DR
LUTHERAN WOMENS MISSIONARY LEAGUE	16544 W RIDGEROCK RD
NEW HOPE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	15470 PINEWOOD DR LOT 50
NORTH COUNTRY MINISTRY OUTREACH INC	PO BOX 1038
OVERCOMERS OUTREACH MINISTRIES	9698 N HASKINS RD
SPIDER LAKE CHURCH	PO BOX 695
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	10576 GRESYLON DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hayward

What is the population of Hayward?

Hayward has a population of 2,549 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 683 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.5% female and 52.5% male.

Is Hayward expensive to live in?

Hayward is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $40,085, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $184,200 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hayward safe?

Hayward is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 348 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,134 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Hayward receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hayward?

Hayward has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Hayward?

The job market in Hayward is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,016. There are 1,215 business establishments in the area, including 156 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 6.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hayward?

The median home value in Hayward is $184,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $354,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $691. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,924.

How are the schools in Hayward?

Schools in Hayward score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.3% of adults in Hayward hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hayward?

The obesity rate in Hayward is 34.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.2% of adults are smokers. 28.9% are physically inactive. 25.6% of residents report depression. 8.9% lack health insurance. 81.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,018.

What is transportation like in Hayward?

The average commute in Hayward is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hayward?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hayward is 89.9% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 6.8% Hispanic or Latino. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.1% speak Spanish. 7.6% of the population are military veterans. 14.4% of residents have a disability. 91.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Little Round Lake, WI 1,233 pop · 6.3 mi Spooner, WI 2,203 pop · 22.8 mi Shell Lake, WI 1,513 pop · 28.0 mi Rice Lake, WI 9,030 pop · 38.3 mi Cumberland, WI 2,389 pop · 41.5 mi Ladysmith, WI 3,152 pop · 42.2 mi Cameron, WI 1,763 pop · 43.4 mi Barron, WI 3,689 pop · 45.1 mi Chetek, WI 2,017 pop · 48.4 mi Ashland, WI 7,884 pop · 49.5 mi Park Falls, WI 2,308 pop · 50.4 mi Frederic, WI 1,148 pop · 52.8 mi Washburn, WI 1,858 pop · 54.1 mi Luck, WI 1,185 pop · 55.5 mi

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