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US area code · Virginia

804 area code

Where the 804 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 804 number from anywhere.

CoversHopewell, VirginiaTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 804 area code is in Hopewell, Virginia, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 804 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateVirginia
Main areaHopewell
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since24-Jun-1973

The 804 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Hopewell, Virginia. It has been in service since 24-Jun-1973 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 804 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.

804686

How to dial a 804 number

From abroad+1 804 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 804 555-0123
Locally (same area)804 555-0123

Cities in the 804 area code

A 804 number is usually in one of these places in Virginia — 4 counties.

Hopewell Hopewell CityMechanicsville HanoverPetersburg Petersburg CityRichmond Chesterfield;Henrico;Richmond CityTuckahoe

Other Virginia area codes

276434540571686703757826948

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 804 area code?

The 804 area code is in Hopewell, Virginia, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 804 an overlay area code?

Yes. 804 overlays the same region as 686, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 804?

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

How do I call a 804 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 804, then the number: +1 804 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 804 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 804

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 804, shared by 47 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Verizon Virginia, Inc.19925%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless9812%
Paetec Itel, LLC506%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC476%
Onvoy, LLC446%
Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations, LLC435%

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

Complaints about 804 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
1,590
Recorded messages or robocalls
79%
Rank among area codes
#11 of 670
Most reported subjects
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (560)
Other (544)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (205)

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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