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US area code · Georgia

706 area code

Where the 706 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 706 number from anywhere.

CoversAthens, GeorgiaTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 706 area code is in Athens, Georgia, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 706 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateGeorgia
Main areaAthens
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since03-May-1992

The 706 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Athens, Georgia. It has been in service since 03-May-1992 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 706 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.

706404762

How to dial a 706 number

From abroad+1 706 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 706 555-0123
Locally (same area)706 555-0123

Cities in the 706 area code

A 706 number is usually in one of these places in Georgia — 6 counties.

Athens ClarkeAugusta Columbia;RichmondColumbus MuscogeeDalton WhitfieldLa Grange TroupMartinezRome Floyd

Other Georgia area codes

229404470478678762770912943

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 706 area code?

The 706 area code is in Athens, Georgia, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 706 an overlay area code?

Yes. 706 overlays the same region as 404, 762, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 706?

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

How do I call a 706 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 706, then the number: +1 706 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 706 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 706

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 706, shared by 55 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Bellsouth Telecomm Inc Dba Southern Bell Tel & Tel17121%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless10213%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC739%
Powertel Atlanta Licenses, Inc.577%
Level 3 Communications, LLC486%
Windstream Georgia Communications Corp.415%

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

Complaints about 706 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
857
Recorded messages or robocalls
72%
Rank among area codes
#67 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (394)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (124)
Dropped call or no message (115)

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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