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Hayward, WI

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Population
2,614
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,193 ft
Median Home Value
$184,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$829/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$45,665
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in WisconsinPopulation rankingHighest population places in WisconsinNearest larger communitySuperior, Wisconsin55 miles away · 26,397 residents.

About Hayward

Hayward is an incorporated town in Sawyer County, Wisconsin, surrounding the separate city of Hayward in the Northwoods region. Traversed by U.S. Highway 63 and State Highway 27 near the Chippewa Flowage, the resort and timber township of approximately 2,555 is served by the Hayward Community School District for public education locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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