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US area code · South Carolina

854 area code

Where the 854 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 854 number from anywhere.

CoversNorth Charleston, South CarolinaTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 854 area code is in North Charleston, South Carolina, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 854 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateSouth Carolina
Main areaNorth Charleston
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since16-Dec-2013

The 854 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering North Charleston, South Carolina. It has been in service since 16-Dec-2013 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 854 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.

854843

How to dial a 854 number

From abroad+1 854 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 854 555-0123
Locally (same area)854 555-0123

Cities in the 854 area code

A 854 number is usually in one of these places in South Carolina — 7 counties.

Florence FlorenceGoose Creek BerkeleyHilton Head Island BeaufortMount Pleasant CharlestonNorth Charleston Berkeley;Charleston;DorchesterNorth Myrtle Beach HorrySummerville Dorchester

Other South Carolina area codes

803821839843864

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 854 area code?

The 854 area code is in North Charleston, South Carolina, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 854 an overlay area code?

Yes. 854 overlays the same region as 843, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 854?

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

How do I call a 854 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 854, then the number: +1 854 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 854 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 854

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 194 prefixes are in use in 854, shared by 39 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Onvoy, LLC4222%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC2111%
Fractel, LLC168%
Onvoy Spectrum, LLC147%
Ton80 Communications, LLC116%
Multiple Ocn Listing95%

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

Complaints about 854 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
74
Recorded messages or robocalls
74%
Rank among area codes
#384 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (25)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (24)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (7)

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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