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562 area code

Where the 562 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 562 number from anywhere.

CoversBellflower, CaliforniaTime zonePacific (PT)TypeGeographic
Quick answer

The 562 area code is in Bellflower, California, United States (Pacific (PT)). To call from abroad: +1 562 555-0123.

StateCalifornia
Main areaBellflower
Time zonePacific (PT)
TypeGeographic
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since28-Dec-1994

The 562 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Bellflower, California. It has been in service since 28-Dec-1994 and sits in the Pacific (PT) time zone.

How to dial a 562 number

From abroad+1 562 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 562 555-0123
Locally (same area)562 555-0123

Cities in the 562 area code

A 562 number is usually in one of these places in California — 2 counties.

Bellflower Los AngelesCerritos Los AngelesDowney Los AngelesLa Habra OrangeLa Mirada Los AngelesLakewood Los AngelesLong Beach Los AngelesNorwalk Los AngelesParamount Los AngelesPico Rivera Los AngelesSeal Beach OrangeSouth WhittierWest Whittier-Los NietosWhittier Los Angeles

Other California area codes

209213279310323341350357369408415424442510530559

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 562 area code?

The 562 area code is in Bellflower, California, United States (Pacific (PT)).

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 562?

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

How do I call a 562 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 562, then the number: +1 562 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 562 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 562

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 717 prefixes are in use in 562, shared by 38 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Frontier California Inc.15822%
T-Mobile USA, Inc.9914%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC7811%
Onvoy, LLC456%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless456%
U.S. Telepacific Corp. Dba Tpx Communications395%

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

Complaints about 562 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
517
Recorded messages or robocalls
47%
Rank among area codes
#189 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (201)
Dropped call or no message (127)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (53)

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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