What area code is 606?
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606 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 606
Eastern Kentucky7 communities on record for 606.
Where 606 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 606 region
606 covers Eastern Kentucky in Kentucky, including Ashland, Pikeville, Hazard, Somerset and London. The code has been in service since 1955.
606 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 502; 2000: split to create 859.
Who called me from 606?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 606 does not prove the caller is really in the 606 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 606 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 606?+–
606 is a telephone area code serving Eastern Kentucky in Kentucky, United States, in service since 1955.
Where is area code 606 located?+–
It covers Ashland, Pikeville, Hazard, Somerset and London in Kentucky.
What cities are in area code 606?+–
Major communities on record include Ashland, Pikeville, Hazard, Somerset and London, among others. The code's territory spans the Eastern Kentucky region of Kentucky.
What time zone is 606?+–
606 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 606 start?+–
606 entered service in 1955. Its history: split of 502; 2000: split to create 859.
Is 606 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 606 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 606 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 606 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 606 number regardless of where you physically live.