What area code is 859?
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859 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 859
Lexington5 communities on record for 859.
Where 859 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 859 region
859 covers Lexington in Kentucky, including Richmond, Danville, Covington and Florence. The code has been in service since 2000.
859 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 606.
Who called me from 859?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 859 does not prove the caller is really in the 859 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 859 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 859?+–
859 is a telephone area code serving Lexington in Kentucky, United States, in service since 2000.
Where is area code 859 located?+–
It covers Boone County, Bourbon County, Boyle County and other counties, including Richmond, Danville, Covington and Florence in Kentucky.
What cities are in area code 859?+–
Major communities on record include Richmond, Danville, Covington and Florence. The code's territory spans the Lexington region of Kentucky.
What time zone is 859?+–
859 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 859 start?+–
859 entered service in 2000. Its history: split of 606.
Is 859 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 859 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 859 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 859 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 859 number regardless of where you physically live.