What area code is 206?
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206 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 206
Seattle1 community on record for 206.
Where 206 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 206 region
206 covers Seattle in Washington. The code has been in service since 1947 and is one of the original North American area codes.
206 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Created for all of Washington; 1957: split to create 509; 1995: split to create 360; 1997: split to create 425 and 253.
Who called me from 206?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 206 does not prove the caller is really in the 206 region or even in the United States.
- Avoid calling back unknown one-ring numbers — some premium-rate scams rely on curiosity callbacks.
- Never share verification codes, payment details, or remote access during an unsolicited call, even if the caller claims to be your bank or a government agency.
- When a 206 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 206?+–
206 is a telephone area code serving Seattle in Washington, United States, in service since 1947.
Where is area code 206 located?+–
It covers Seattle in Washington.
What time zone is 206?+–
206 observes Pacific (PT), which is UTC−8 / −7 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 206 start?+–
206 entered service in 1947 as one of the original 1947 North American area codes. Its history: created for all of Washington; 1957: split to create 509; 1995: split to create 360; 1997: split to create 425 and 253.
Is 206 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 206 included — caller ID is easy to spoof, so the code alone does not tell you who is really calling. Check the community reports on this page before calling back an unknown 206 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 206 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 206 number regardless of where you physically live.