10+ Years · Hayward
Experienced Optometrists in Hayward, CA
Experience matters. These optometrists in Hayward have years of proven work behind them — and the reviews to back it up.
As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 19 optometrists in Hayward, CA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Jodi Shepard O.D. with a 4.9-star rating from 1,248 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Mark R. Mandel MD and Iron Horse Optometric Group. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Hayward is 4.5 stars from 213 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Hayward: comprehensive exam $100–$175 without insurance; most vision plans cover 1 exam/year with $10–$25 copay.
Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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Top Rated Optometrists
Jodi Shepard O.D.
500 Southland Mall, Hayward, CA 94545, USA
Mark R. Mandel MD
1237 B St, Hayward, CA 94541, USA
Iron Horse Optometric Group
7197 Village Pkwy, Dublin, CA 94568, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Hayward, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jodi Shepard O.D.500 Southland Mall, Hayward, CA 94545, USA | 4.9★ | 1,248 |
| #2 | Mark R. Mandel MD1237 B St, Hayward, CA 94541, USA | 4.9★ | 305 |
| #3 | Iron Horse Optometric Group7197 Village Pkwy, Dublin, CA 94568, USA | 4.9★ | 300 |
| #4 | The Optometry Center1575 B St, Hayward, CA 94541, USA | 4.0★ | 42 |
| #5 | Hayward Optometry865 B St, Hayward, CA 94541, USA | 4.1★ | 27 |
| #6 | Fairway Park Optometry Center31119 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94544, USA | 4.3★ | 39 |
| #7 | Stratford Eye Care Optometry1645 Industrial Pkwy W, Hayward, CA 94544, USA | 4.7★ | 71 |
| #8 | Paul Kwon O.D.28505 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, CA 94545, USA | 4.8★ | 40 |
| #9 | Bay Vision Eyecare Optometry20894 Redwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546, USA | 3.9★ | 32 |
| #10 | Family Vision Care Optometrics34724 Alvarado-Niles Rd, Union City, CA 94587, USA | 4.7★ | 298 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Hayward
The Optometry Center
1575 B St, Hayward, CA 94541, USA
Hayward Optometry
865 B St, Hayward, CA 94541, USA
Fairway Park Optometry Center
31119 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94544, USA
Stratford Eye Care Optometry
1645 Industrial Pkwy W, Hayward, CA 94544, USA
Paul Kwon O.D.
28505 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, CA 94545, USA
Bay Vision Eyecare Optometry
20894 Redwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546, USA
Family Vision Care Optometrics
34724 Alvarado-Niles Rd, Union City, CA 94587, USA
Hacienda Park Optometry
4825 Hopyard Rd f1, Pleasanton, CA 94588, USA
OPTIMA Ophthalmic Medical Associates Inc.
1237 B St, Hayward, CA 94541, USA
Target Optical
19661 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541, USA
San Leandro Optometry
157 Parrott St, San Leandro, CA 94577, USA
Family Focus Optometry
14895 E 14th St #340, San Leandro, CA 94578, USA
Family Vision
19661 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541, USA
Primary Eyecare Optometrics
2687 Castro Valley Blvd, Castro Valley, CA 94546, USA
LensCrafters
500 Southland Mall, Hayward, CA 94545, USA
Eye Spy Optometric
299 Southland Mall, Hayward, CA 94545, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Hayward
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Hayward?
An optometrist (OD) performs eye exams, prescribes glasses and contacts, and diagnoses and treats common eye conditions. An ophthalmologist (MD) is a medical doctor who can perform surgery (LASIK, cataract removal, glaucoma treatment) and manages complex eye diseases. For routine vision care and glasses, an optometrist is appropriate and typically less expensive.
Does my vision insurance cover an optometrist visit in Hayward?
VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, and Humana Vision are the major plans. Most cover one comprehensive eye exam per year with a $10–$25 copay, plus an allowance for frames ($130–$200) and lenses. Without vision insurance, a comprehensive exam in Hayward typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Hayward?
Frames typically range $50–$400+. Lenses add $50–$500+ depending on your prescription, lens material (polycarbonate, high-index), and coatings (anti-reflective, blue-light, photochromic). Many independent optometrists in Hayward can match online retailer pricing if you ask. Warby Parker, Costco Optical, and Zenni (online) typically offer lower prices on frames.
How often should I get an eye exam in CA?
Adults ages 18–60 with no vision problems or risk factors: every 1–2 years. Adults 61+: annually. Children: first exam by age 1 per the American Optometric Association, again at age 3, before starting school, and then annually. Anyone with diabetes, glaucoma, high myopia, or family history of eye disease should be seen annually regardless of age.
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