| ZIP Code | 94541 |
|---|---|
| City | Hayward |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Area Code | 341/510/925 |
| Elevation | 121 ft |
| Latitude | 37.673757 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.087823 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.02 |
| Below Poverty | 9.8% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 40.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,234 (5.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,119 (28.5%) |
| Some College | 4,621 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 6,214 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 3,569 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,808 (32.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $106,556 ▲ 40% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $781,900 ▲ 180% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,229/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,217 |
| Vacant Units | 1,416 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.02 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,217 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,416 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.02 |
ZIP code 94541 is located in Hayward, California, within Alameda County. With a population of 67,785, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 94541 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $106,556 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94541 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $781,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,229 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.2%) and renters (52.8%). Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 94541 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 44.8%. Residents are well-educated — 40.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.8%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94541 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 94541 in Hayward, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 67,785 residents, a median household income of $106,556, and a median home value of $781,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.