| ZIP Code | 94545 |
|---|---|
| City | Hayward |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Area Code | 341/510/925 |
| Elevation | 23 ft |
| Latitude | 37.629761 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.124238 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.24 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.6% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 31% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,420 (6.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,479 (24%) |
| Some College | 1,997 (8.7%) |
| Associates | 3,522 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,993 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,435 (36.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,258 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $838,800 ▲ 201% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,426/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,439 |
| Vacant Units | 342 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,439 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 342 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.24 |
ZIP code 94545 is located in Hayward, California, within Alameda County. With a population of 33,186, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.1 years. Economically, 94545 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,258 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94545 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $838,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,426 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 94545 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 41.7%. Residents are well-educated — 45.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.1%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94545 stands at 6.4%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 94545 in Hayward, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 33,186 residents, a median household income of $115,258, and a median home value of $838,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.