| ZIP Code | 94544 |
|---|---|
| City | Hayward |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Area Code | 341/510/925 |
| Elevation | 175 ft |
| Latitude | 37.633507 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.056772 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.31 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,496 (5.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 14,906 (31.7%) |
| Some College | 4,655 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 6,829 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,696 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,453 (30.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $108,358 ▲ 42% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $801,900 ▲ 188% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,339/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,990 |
| Vacant Units | 1,070 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,990 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,070 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.31 |
ZIP code 94544 is located in Hayward, California, within Alameda County. With a population of 76,739, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 94544 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $108,358 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94544 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $801,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,339 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.5%) and renters (46.5%). Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 94544 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 45.1%. Residents are moderately educated — 38.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.1%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94544 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 94544 in Hayward, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 76,739 residents, a median household income of $108,358, and a median home value of $801,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.