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US area code · California

209 area code

Where the 209 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 209 number from anywhere.

CoversAtwater, CaliforniaTime zonePacific (PT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 209 area code is in Atwater, California, United States (Pacific (PT)). To call from abroad: +1 209 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateCalifornia
Main areaAtwater
Time zonePacific (PT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1958

The 209 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Atwater, California. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1958 and sits in the Pacific (PT) time zone.

Overlay 209 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.

209350415

How to dial a 209 number

From abroad+1 209 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 209 555-0123
Locally (same area)209 555-0123

Cities in the 209 area code

A 209 number is usually in one of these places in California — 3 counties.

Atwater MercedCeres StanislausLodi San JoaquinLos Banos MercedManteca San JoaquinMerced MercedStockton San JoaquinTracy San JoaquinTurlock StanislausWest Modesto

Other California area codes

213279310323341350357369408415424442510530559562

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 209 area code?

The 209 area code is in Atwater, California, United States (Pacific (PT)).

Is 209 an overlay area code?

Yes. 209 overlays the same region as 350, 415, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 209?

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

How do I call a 209 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 209, then the number: +1 209 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 209 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 209

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 209, shared by 50 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Pacific Bell18123%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC12816%
Onvoy, LLC7610%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless719%
T-Mobile USA, Inc.699%
Bandwidth.Com CLEC, LLC425%

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

Complaints about 209 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
692
Recorded messages or robocalls
60%
Rank among area codes
#107 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (296)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (148)
Dropped call or no message (85)

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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