About Hayward, California

Hayward is a city with a population of 159,203 as of 2019 making it the sixth largest city in the Bay Area and the third largest in Alameda County. Hayward was ranked as the 32nd most populous municipality in California.

Known as the “Heart of the Bay,” Hayward has capitalized on its unparalleled location to become one of the most desirable business locations for companies in advanced industries. The City of Hayward is an affordable and convenient base that lets you explore every nook of the Bay Area with ease. It is close to the water on the East Bay and the Hayward Hills behind the city offer a clear panorama that captures San Francisco, Fremont, Silicon Valley and Oakland with one memorable view.

The City continues to plan for the future, maintaining a balance between the needs of its diverse residents and to thrive more as a growing business community. The City works hard to balance the needs of its growing population with the preservation of open space and an aggressive economic development strategy.