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US area code · California

805 area code

Where the 805 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 805 number from anywhere.

CoversAtascadero, CaliforniaTime zonePacific (PT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 805 area code is in Atascadero, California, United States (Pacific (PT)). To call from abroad: +1 805 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateCalifornia
Main areaAtascadero
Time zonePacific (PT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1957

The 805 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Atascadero, California. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1957 and sits in the Pacific (PT) time zone.

Overlay 805 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.

805213820

How to dial a 805 number

From abroad+1 805 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 805 555-0123
Locally (same area)805 555-0123

Cities in the 805 area code

A 805 number is usually in one of these places in California — 3 counties.

Atascadero San Luis ObispoCamarillo VenturaGoleta Santa BarbaraLompoc Santa BarbaraMoorpark VenturaOrcuttOxnard VenturaPaso Robles San Luis ObispoPort Hueneme VenturaSan Luis Obispo San Luis ObispoSanta Barbara Santa BarbaraSanta Maria Santa BarbaraSanta Paula VenturaSimi Valley VenturaThousand Oaks VenturaVentura Ventura

Other California area codes

209213279310323341350357369408415424442510530559

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 805 area code?

The 805 area code is in Atascadero, California, United States (Pacific (PT)).

Is 805 an overlay area code?

Yes. 805 overlays the same region as 213, 820, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 805?

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

How do I call a 805 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 805, then the number: +1 805 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 805 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 805

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 805, shared by 48 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Frontier California Inc.14018%
Pacific Bell11514%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless10013%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC8411%
T-Mobile USA, Inc.547%
Onvoy, LLC344%

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

Complaints about 805 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
857
Recorded messages or robocalls
58%
Rank among area codes
#68 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (279)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (213)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (144)

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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