Hayward Population 2026
Hayward has a population of 158,289, making it the #170 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in California. It is about 56× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
158,289
Rank in United States
#170
Coordinates
37.67°N, 122.08°W
~34 m elevation · America/Los_Angeles
Distance to capital (Washington)
3,894 km
2,418 miles, straight line
Other big cities in California
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,820,914 | #2 |
| San Diego | 1,404,452 | #8 |
| San Jose | 997,368 | #12 |
| San Francisco | 827,526 | #17 |
| Fresno | 542,107 | #34 |
| Sacramento | 524,943 | #35 |
| Long Beach | 474,140 | #41 |
| Oakland | 419,267 | #45 |
Cities near Hayward
- San Leandro90,712 people · ~9 km away
- San Ramon76,134 people · ~15 km away
- Fremont232,206 people · ~16 km away
- Oakland419,267 people · ~23 km away
- San Mateo103,536 people · ~25 km away
- Redwood City85,288 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hayward?
Hayward has a population of 158,289 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #170 biggest city in United States.
What state is Hayward in?
Hayward is located in California, United States.
Is Hayward the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 3,894 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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