What area code is 865?
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865 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 865
Knoxville10 communities on record for 865.
Where 865 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 865 region
865 covers Knoxville in Tennessee, including Alcoa, Athens, Clinton, Crossville and Dayton. The code has been in service since 1999.
865 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 423.
Who called me from 865?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 865 does not prove the caller is really in the 865 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 865 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 865?+–
865 is a telephone area code serving Knoxville in Tennessee, United States, in service since 1999.
Where is area code 865 located?+–
It covers Alcoa, Athens, Clinton, Crossville and Dayton in Tennessee.
What cities are in area code 865?+–
Major communities on record include Alcoa, Athens, Clinton, Crossville and Dayton, among others. The code's territory spans the Knoxville region of Tennessee.
What time zone is 865?+–
865 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 865 start?+–
865 entered service in 1999. Its history: split of 423.
Is 865 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 865 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 865 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 865 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 865 number regardless of where you physically live.