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With a population of over 150,000 residents, Hayward is the sixth largest city in the San Francisco Bay Area. Located primarily in Alameda County, Hayward lies at the center of the East Bay region of the Bay Area.

Hayward has a diverse economy including healthcare, manufacturing, retail and tourism. Some of the city's major employers include Kaiser Permanente, Hawaiian Airlines, Matson Inc, Ghirardelli Chocolate Company, and Pepsi Bottling Group.

History of Hayward

The city of Hayward was founded in 1876 by William Hayward, originally named Haywood's Place after his family's hometown in Massachusetts. It was incorporated in 1876 as the town of Haywards, later Hayward in 1911. The city developed rapidly in the late 19th century fueled by the construction of rail transport lines.

Agriculture played a significant role in Hayward's early economy with orchards, fields of grain and poultry ranches. The Hunt Brothers Cannery opened in Hayward in 1895 and by the 1930s was the largest fruit packing plant in California. During World War II, industry expanded in Hayward focused on the war effort. After the war, the economy shifted to food processing, electronics and consumer goods manufacturing.

In the 1950s, suburban residential development expanded significantly in Hayward. The population doubled in the 1950s and continued growing in subsequent decades transforming Hayward into a major suburb in the East Bay.

To learn more about the history of Hayward, visit the Hayward Wikipedia page.

Population and Demographics

According to recent census data, Hayward has a population of 159,203 residents making it the 6th largest city in the Bay Area and the 19th largest city in California. It has a population density of over 3,800 people per square mile.

Hayward has a highly diverse population. According to 2010 census data, over 40% of residents identify as Hispanic or Latino. Other major groups include non-Hispanic whites (22%), Asians (16%) and African Americans (12%). A significant portion of Hayward's population was born outside the United States with over 30% being foreign born.

Attractions and Landmarks

As an East Bay suburb, Hayward offers convenient access to the attractions of the greater Bay Area. It's central location also makes it a popular starting point for visiting attractions in Oakland, San Francisco and the North Bay.

Within Hayward, popular attractions include:

Hayward is also home to California State University East Bay with scenic views from the Hayward Hills campus. The historic city center along B Street and Main Street features a variety of restaurants, shops and murals.

Local Economy and Major Employers

Hayward has a diverse economy focused on healthcare, manufacturing, retail and professional services. Some of the largest employers in Hayward include:

Other major employers include Faurecia Emissions Control Technologies, Northern California Pipe Trades, OSH Hardware and the city government of Hayward.

For more details on Hayward's economy visit the Hayward Chamber of Commerce website.

Hayward Public Library

The Hayward Public Library system operates two branches in Hayward - the Main Library in downtown and the Weekes Branch Library. The libraries offer an extensive collection of books, media, digital resources, and free programs and events for all ages.

Main Library
888 C St, Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 293-8685

Weekes Branch Library
27300 Patrick Ave, Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 581-9070

Learn more at the Hayward Public Library website.

Museums and Theaters

Hayward is home to several unique museums and theaters including:

Transportation

Hayward is served by a network of roadways, public transportation and air services.

The Hayward BART station serves as a major transit hub with connections to AC Transit bus lines throughout the region.

Geography and County

Hayward is located in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area in Alameda County. The city's coordinates are 37°36′N 122°04′W. The city covers an area of over 62 square miles encompassing rolling hills and flatlands near the bay.

Hayward is under the jurisdiction of Alameda County. The county seat is located in Oakland. For more details visit the Alameda County website:

Alameda County
1221 Oak St #536
Oakland, CA 94612
(510) 272-6363

Hayward School Districts

Most of Hayward is within the Hayward Unified School District which operates over 40 schools. A small portion of northern Hayward is within the Castro Valley Unified School District. Higher education is provided by California State University East Bay located in the Hayward Hills.

Hayward Unified School District
24411 Amador Street
Hayward, CA 94544
(510) 784-2600
Website

Castro Valley Unified School District
4400 Alma Avenue
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 537-3000
Website

California State University East Bay
25800 Carlos Bee Blvd
Hayward, CA 94542
(510) 885-3000
Website

Local Resources

Here are some additional resources for finding information on Hayward:

Conclusion

With its central location in the East Bay, diverse population and economy, Hayward has established itself as a major suburban city in the Bay Area. This guide provides an overview of key attractions, landmarks, services and local resources in Hayward for residents and visitors alike.




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