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US area code · California

916 area code

Where the 916 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 916 number from anywhere.

CoversArden-Arcade, CaliforniaTime zonePacific (PT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 916 area code is in Arden-Arcade, California, United States (Pacific (PT)). To call from abroad: +1 916 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateCalifornia
Main areaArden-Arcade
Time zonePacific (PT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1947

The 916 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Arden-Arcade, California. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Pacific (PT) time zone.

Overlay 916 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.

916279

How to dial a 916 number

From abroad+1 916 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 916 555-0123
Locally (same area)916 555-0123

Cities in the 916 area code

A 916 number is usually in one of these places in California — 3 counties.

Arden-ArcadeCarmichael SacramentoCitrus Heights SacramentoElk Grove SacramentoFlorinFolsom SacramentoLa RivieraLagunaNorth Fair OaksNorth Highlands SacramentoOrangevale SacramentoRancho Cordova SacramentoRocklin PlacerRosemontRoseville PlacerWest Sacramento Yolo

Other California area codes

209213279310323341350357369408415424442510530559

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 916 area code?

The 916 area code is in Arden-Arcade, California, United States (Pacific (PT)).

Is 916 an overlay area code?

Yes. 916 overlays the same region as 279, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 916?

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

How do I call a 916 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 916, then the number: +1 916 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 916 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 916

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 916, shared by 45 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Pacific Bell23730%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC7710%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless608%
Metropcs, Inc.496%
T-Mobile USA, Inc.405%
Consolidated Communications Of California Company344%

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

Complaints about 916 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
654
Recorded messages or robocalls
43%
Rank among area codes
#121 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (333)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (90)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (74)

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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