Explore Fairview, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Fairview |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 37.677667 |
| Longitude | -122.044434 |
| Population | 11,341 |
| Density | 1472.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 93238, 94542, 93021, 94541 |
| Area Code | 805, 510 |
| County Seat | Oakland |
| School District | Hayward Unified School District |
Fairview spreads across a landscape defined by the quiet interplay of open space and the shifting moods of the Pacific Ocean, which waits only six miles to the west. It lies 2.0 miles east-northeast of Hayward, CA (from Hayward, CA: bearing 71°T), and is situated 9.5 miles north-northwest of Fremont. The terrain is characterized by the gentle transition from the rugged Coast Ranges, visible as a soft silhouette on the horizon, down into the intimate shelter of Crow Canyon. Residents often find themselves walking the Five Canyons trail corridor, where the light at dusk turns the dry grasses into a shimmering expanse of pale gold. San Lorenzo Creek moves with a steady, hushed purpose through the land, carving a path that anchors the local topography. Nearby, the still surface of Don Castro Reservoir reflects the expansive sky, offering a place of respite amidst the surrounding woodland.
Fairview grew from the quiet expansion of the region, evolving as the patterns of local labor shifted from early agricultural roots toward the diverse professional and residential identity seen today. The economy remains tethered to the broader flow of commerce in the region, drawing on the industrious spirit that defines the corridor between the central valleys and the coast. While the rhythms of daily work often pull inhabitants toward larger hubs, the local focus remains on maintaining the stability and character of the neighborhood. The influence of the nearby Pacific Ocean is felt in the cool, salt-tinged air that drifts inland, tempering the heat of the long summer afternoons. This steady, grounded history ensures that Fairview retains a sense of continuity even as the surrounding landscape undergoes the inevitable changes of modern growth.
Fairview maintains a character marked by a thoughtful, unhurried pace, where the natural environment serves as the primary gathering place for those who live here. The Five Canyons trail corridor acts as a vital artery for recreation, inviting people to traverse the hillsides and observe the local flora. When the weather invites travel, the presence of Tehan Falls provides a point of quiet wonder, drawing visitors to appreciate the persistent, rhythmic movement of water. While the pace of life here is modest, the residents value the proximity to the natural world, from the quiet waters of Don Castro Reservoir to the distant, hazy heights of the Coast Ranges. There is a palpable sense of peace in the way the twilight settles over the land, a quietude that defines the spirit of those who call Fairview their home.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fairview, California. Coordinates: 37.677667, -122.044434. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Fairview includes the ZIP code (93238, 94542, 93021), telephone area code (805, 510), county seat of Alameda County (Oakland), and school district assignment (Hayward Unified School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |