ZIP Code 94542: Hayward, California
ZIP code 94542 covers part or all of Hayward in Alameda County, California. Its reference point is at latitude 37.6586 and longitude -122.0472 (37°39'31.0"N 122°02'49.9"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 94542
Hayward, CA has 7 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 94542, they include 94540, 94541, 94543, 94544, 94545, 94557.
Across Alameda County there are 72 ZIP codes listed, and California has 2,792 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 94544 in Hayward, CA, about 1.8 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 94542 |
|---|---|
| City | Hayward |
| County | Alameda County |
| State | California (CA) |
| Latitude | 37.6586 |
| Longitude | -122.0472 |
| DMS | 37°39'31.0"N 122°02'49.9"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 94544 (Hayward, 1.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 94542
Map centered on 37.6586, -122.0472. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Hayward, CA
Video: Hayward, CA
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ZIP Codes Near 94542
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 94542, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 94542, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Castro Valley, CA (3.4 mi northwest), San Lorenzo, CA (4.7 mi west) and Union City, CA (4.8 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Castro Valley, CA – 3.4 mi northwest
- San Lorenzo, CA – 4.7 mi west
- Union City, CA – 4.8 mi south
- San Leandro, CA – 5.2 mi northwest
- Fremont, CA – 5.9 mi south
- Oakland, CA – 7.0 mi east
Schools Near Hayward, CA
If you are moving to ZIP code 94542, check the school district serving Hayward and Alameda County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Castro Valley and San Lorenzo can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 94542.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Hayward. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 94542 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Hayward, CA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 94542 may also use facilities in nearby Castro Valley, San Lorenzo and Union City.
Shopping and Dining in Hayward
For places to eat and shop near Hayward, CA, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 94542.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Hayward, California can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 94542.
To research local history, try searching for Alameda County records and archives along with the name Hayward.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 94542, Castro Valley lies about 3.4 mi to the northwest, San Lorenzo lies about 4.7 mi to the west, Union City lies about 4.8 mi to the south, San Leandro lies about 5.2 mi to the northwest and Fremont lies about 5.9 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Hayward show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 94542
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“AutoNation Hayward Toyota - 2014 Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum (15295281733)”): Michael Sheehan, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Comet Panstarrs -comet panstarrs (c 2011 l4)- (8560948435)”): jason jenkins from stockton, california, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “B St. in Hayward,Ca | Walking Tour #shorts #walkingtour #hayward #california” by Walk With Tony, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 94542 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.