What area code is 562?
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562 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 562
Long Beach7 communities on record for 562.
Where 562 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 562 region
562 covers Long Beach in California, including Downey, Whittier, Norwalk, La Habra and Lakewood. The code has been in service since 1997.
562 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 310.
Who called me from 562?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 562 does not prove the caller is really in the 562 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 562 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 562?+–
562 is a telephone area code serving Long Beach in California, United States, in service since 1997.
Where is area code 562 located?+–
It covers Los Angeles County, Orange County, including Downey, Whittier, Norwalk, La Habra and Lakewood in California.
What cities are in area code 562?+–
Major communities on record include Downey, Whittier, Norwalk, La Habra and Lakewood, among others. The code's territory spans the Long Beach region of California.
What time zone is 562?+–
562 observes Pacific (PT), which is UTC−8 / −7 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 562 start?+–
562 entered service in 1997. Its history: split of 310.
Is 562 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 562 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 562 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 562 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 562 number regardless of where you physically live.