What area code is 949?
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949 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 949
Irvine / South OCShowing 12 of 21 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 949 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 949 region
949 covers Irvine / South OC in California, including Aliso Viejo, Costa Mesa, Coto de Caza, Dana Point and Ladera Ranch. The code has been in service since 1998.
949 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 714.
Who called me from 949?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 949 does not prove the caller is really in the 949 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 949 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 949?+–
949 is a telephone area code serving Irvine / South OC in California, United States, in service since 1998.
Where is area code 949 located?+–
It covers Aliso Viejo, Costa Mesa, Coto de Caza, Dana Point and Ladera Ranch in California.
What cities are in area code 949?+–
Major communities on record include Aliso Viejo, Costa Mesa, Coto de Caza, Dana Point and Ladera Ranch, among others. The code's territory spans the Irvine / South OC region of California.
What time zone is 949?+–
949 observes Pacific (PT), which is UTC−8 / −7 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 949 start?+–
949 entered service in 1998. Its history: split of 714.
Is 949 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 949 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 949 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 949 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 949 number regardless of where you physically live.