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US area code · California

626 area code

Where the 626 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 626 number from anywhere.

CoversAlhambra, CaliforniaTime zonePacific (PT)TypeGeographic
Quick answer

The 626 area code is in Alhambra, California, United States (Pacific (PT)). To call from abroad: +1 626 555-0123.

StateCalifornia
Main areaAlhambra
Time zonePacific (PT)
TypeGeographic
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since02-Jan-1997

The 626 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Alhambra, California. It has been in service since 02-Jan-1997 and sits in the Pacific (PT) time zone.

How to dial a 626 number

From abroad+1 626 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 626 555-0123
Locally (same area)626 555-0123

Cities in the 626 area code

A 626 number is usually in one of these places in California — 1 county.

Alhambra Los AngelesAltadena Los AngelesArcadia Los AngelesAzusa Los AngelesBaldwin Park Los AngelesDuarte Los AngelesGlendora Los AngelesHacienda Heights Los AngelesLa Puente Los AngelesMonrovia Los AngelesMonterey Park Los AngelesRosemead Los AngelesRowland Heights Los AngelesSouth El Monte Los AngelesSouth Pasadena Los AngelesSouth San GabrielSouth San Jose HillsTemple City Los AngelesValindaWalnut Los AngelesWest Covina Los AngelesWest Puente Valley

Other California area codes

209213279310323341350357369408415424442510530559

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 626 area code?

The 626 area code is in Alhambra, California, United States (Pacific (PT)).

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 626?

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

How do I call a 626 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 626, then the number: +1 626 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 626 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 626

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 748 prefixes are in use in 626, shared by 41 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Pacific Bell11616%
T-Mobile USA, Inc.10614%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC8311%
Frontier California Inc.7510%
Onvoy, LLC436%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless395%

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

Complaints about 626 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
631
Recorded messages or robocalls
59%
Rank among area codes
#130 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (252)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (107)
Dropped call or no message (106)

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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