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Demographic Analysis of Zip Code 94541: A Study of Racial Composition from 2013 to 2022
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Demographics
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Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
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Demographics
Population
Median Income
Racial Distributions
Zip code 94541 in Hayward, California, is classified as a "Majority-Minority" community with "High Diversity" as of 2022. No single racial group constitutes a majority. The Hispanic population forms a plurality at 44%, followed by Asian (18%), White (19%), and Black (12%) residents. The median household income is $84,258.
Over the past decade, this zip code has maintained its status as a "Majority-Minority" area with "High Diversity". The Hispanic population has decreased from 47% in 2013 to 44% in 2022. The Asian population has increased from 14% in 2013 to 18% in 2022. The White population has declined from 22% in 2013 to 19% in 2022. The Black population has remained relatively stable between 11-14% over the decade. The percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races has increased from 3% to 5%.
The median household income has increased from $66,402 in 2013 to $84,258 in 2022, a 27% increase over nine years. The population has grown from 61,139 in 2013 to 65,371 in 2022, with some fluctuations, including a peak of 67,061 in 2021.
The trends in this zip code align with patterns seen in many urban and suburban areas of California, particularly in the Bay Area. The shift towards greater diversity, especially the growth in Asian population and multiracial identities, mirrors trends in many parts of California. The slight decline in the Hispanic population percentage, while still remaining the largest group, is a pattern observed in some other California communities. The significant increase in median income is consistent with trends in many Bay Area communities.
Zip code 94541 has a population of 65,371 in an area of 7.1 square miles, with an estimated 25,046 housing units. This zip code exemplifies a dynamic, diverse community undergoing gradual demographic shifts while experiencing significant economic growth. These changes reflect broader regional trends and present both opportunities and challenges for community cohesion, economic development, and housing affordability.
