Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Hayward.
Updated July 2026
Hayward, CA has 33 licensed assisted living homes (895 beds, averaging 27.1 per home). It sits in Contra Costa County, a moderate RAL market scoring 6.7/10, with 83,559 seniors 75+ growing 15.0%.
Licensed homes
33
Hayward
Licensed beds
895
total
Avg home size
27.1 beds
per home
County opportunity
6.7/10
Moderate
The Hayward assisted living market
Hayward has 33 licensed assisted living homes totaling 895 beds — an average of 27.1 beds per home, a mix of small homes and larger communities. As part of Contra Costa County, it draws on a 75+ population of 83,559 growing 15.0%, with a senior median income of $90,014. See the full Contra Costa County market or all California top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Hayward, CA?
Hayward has 33 licensed assisted living homes with about 895 total beds.
Is Hayward a good place to open an assisted living home?
Hayward is in Contra Costa County, which scores 6.7/10 (Moderate) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 15.0%. Current local supply is 33 homes.
What county is Hayward in?
Hayward is in Contra Costa County, California.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the California licensing roster (RAL Market Scout pipeline). County demand, growth, and income from U.S. Census ACS. Snapshot: 2026-07. Informational only — not legal, financial, or investment advice.