| ZIP Code | 94542 |
|---|---|
| City | Hayward |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Area Code | 341/510 |
| Elevation | 884 ft |
| Latitude | 37.65532 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.025826 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 7.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.0% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 9.5% ▲ 94% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 179 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,652 (17.3%) |
| Some College | 799 (8.4%) |
| Associates | 1,282 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 753 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,868 (51.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $131,989 ▲ 73% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,085,900 ▲ 290% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,605/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,232 |
| Vacant Units | 366 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,232 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 366 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 94542 is located in Hayward, California, within Alameda County. With a population of 14,729, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.7 years. Economically, 94542 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $131,989 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94542 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,085,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,605 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 94542 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 27.7%. Residents are well-educated — 59.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.9%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94542 stands at 9.5%, which is significantly above the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 94542 in Hayward, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,729 residents, a median household income of $131,989, and a median home value of $1,085,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.