What area code is 765?
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765 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 765
Muncie / Lafayette6 communities on record for 765.
Where 765 sits on the map
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About the 765 region
765 covers Muncie / Lafayette in Indiana, including Kokomo, Marion, Richmond and West Lafayette. The code has been in service since 1997.
765 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 317.
Who called me from 765?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 765 does not prove the caller is really in the 765 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 765 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 765?+–
765 is a telephone area code serving Muncie / Lafayette in Indiana, United States, in service since 1997.
Where is area code 765 located?+–
It covers Blackford County, Clinton County, Delaware County and other counties, including Kokomo, Marion, Richmond and West Lafayette in Indiana.
What cities are in area code 765?+–
Major communities on record include Kokomo, Marion, Richmond and West Lafayette. The code's territory spans the Muncie / Lafayette region of Indiana.
What time zone is 765?+–
765 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 765 start?+–
765 entered service in 1997. Its history: split of 317.
Is 765 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 765 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 765 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 765 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 765 number regardless of where you physically live.