What area code is 276?
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276 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 276
BristolShowing 12 of 19 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 276 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 276 region
276 covers Bristol in Virginia, including Galax, Martinsville, Norton, Bland and Buchanan. The code has been in service since 2001.
276 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 540.
Who called me from 276?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 276 does not prove the caller is really in the 276 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 276 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 276?+–
276 is a telephone area code serving Bristol in Virginia, United States, in service since 2001.
Where is area code 276 located?+–
It covers Bland County, Buchanan County, Carroll County and other counties, including Galax, Martinsville, Norton, Bland and Buchanan in Virginia.
What cities are in area code 276?+–
Major communities on record include Galax, Martinsville, Norton, Bland and Buchanan, among others. The code's territory spans the Bristol region of Virginia.
What time zone is 276?+–
276 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 276 start?+–
276 entered service in 2001. Its history: split of 540.
Is 276 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 276 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 276 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 276 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 276 number regardless of where you physically live.