What area code is 626?
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626 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 626
San Gabriel Valley6 communities on record for 626.
Where 626 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 626 region
626 covers San Gabriel Valley in California, including Pasadena, Alhambra, Arcadia, Monrovia and El Monte. The code has been in service since 1997.
626 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 818.
Who called me from 626?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 626 does not prove the caller is really in the 626 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 626 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 626?+–
626 serves the San Gabriel Valley in Los Angeles County, split from 818 in 1997.
Where is area code 626 located?+–
It covers Los Angeles, including Pasadena, Alhambra, Arcadia, Monrovia and El Monte in California.
What cities are in area code 626?+–
Major communities on record include Pasadena, Alhambra, Arcadia, Monrovia and El Monte, among others. The code's territory spans the San Gabriel Valley region of California.
What time zone is 626?+–
626 observes Pacific (PT), which is UTC−8 / −7 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 626 start?+–
626 entered service in 1997. Its history: split of 818.
Is 626 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 626 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 626 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 626 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 626 number regardless of where you physically live.