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US area code · District of Columbia

202 area code

Where the 202 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 202 number from anywhere.

CoversWashington, D.C., District of ColumbiaTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 202 area code is in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 202 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateDistrict of Columbia
Main areaWashington, D.C.
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1947

The 202 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Washington, D.C., District of Columbia. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 202 shares its region

Several area codes cover the same geographic area, so two neighbours can have different codes. Because of the overlay, you must dial all 10 digits (area code + number) even for local calls.

202771

How to dial a 202 number

From abroad+1 202 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 202 555-0123
Locally (same area)202 555-0123

Cities in the 202 area code

A 202 number is usually in one of these places in District of Columbia.

Washington

Other District of Columbia area codes

771

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 202 area code?

The 202 area code is in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 202 an overlay area code?

Yes. 202 overlays the same region as 771, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 202?

Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.

How do I call a 202 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 202, then the number: +1 202 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 202 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 202

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 202, shared by 40 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Verizon Washington Dc, Inc.32941%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless8811%
Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations, LLC557%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC537%
Metropcs, Inc.425%
Onvoy, LLC344%

Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.

Complaints about 202 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
1,025
Recorded messages or robocalls
44%
Rank among area codes
#41 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (382)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (345)
Dropped call or no message (116)

Period Aug 26 – Sep 24, 2026. These are the numbers shown on the caller ID of the reported calls; many are spoofed and do not belong to the real caller.

Source: US Federal Trade Commission, Do Not Call reported calls data (daily files).

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