What area code is 828?
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828 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 828
AshevilleShowing 12 of 39 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 828 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 828 region
828 covers Asheville in North Carolina, including Andrews, Bakersville, Barnardsville, Black Mountain and Blowing Rock. The code has been in service since 1998.
828 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 704.
Who called me from 828?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 828 does not prove the caller is really in the 828 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 828 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 828?+–
828 is a telephone area code serving Asheville in North Carolina, United States, in service since 1998.
Where is area code 828 located?+–
It covers Henderson County, including Andrews, Bakersville, Barnardsville, Black Mountain and Blowing Rock in North Carolina.
What cities are in area code 828?+–
Major communities on record include Andrews, Bakersville, Barnardsville, Black Mountain and Blowing Rock, among others. The code's territory spans the Asheville region of North Carolina.
What time zone is 828?+–
828 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 828 start?+–
828 entered service in 1998. Its history: split of 704.
Is 828 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 828 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 828 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 828 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 828 number regardless of where you physically live.