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Where Is 686 Area Code?

Where is Area Code 686?

Area code 686 is located in the state of Virginia. It serves several major cities, counties, and regions, providing essential telecommunication services to residents and businesses. The area code covers:

  • Richmond
  • Tuckahoe
  • Mechanicsville
  • Petersburg
  • Short Pump
  • Hopewell
  • Chester

For more information about the regions covered by area code 686, visit the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC).

Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC)
1300 E. Main St., Richmond, Virginia 23219
Phone: 804-371-9733 or 1-866-722-2551
E-mail: sccefile@scc.virginia.gov
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1197, Richmond, Virginia 23218

What time zone is 686 area code in the USA?

Area code 686 is situated in the Eastern Time Zone (ET). This time zone observes daylight saving time, shifting from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) during the warmer months. For accurate timekeeping, refer to the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

History of the 686 Area Code

The 686 area code was introduced to address the growing demand for telephone numbers in Virginia. It was created to relieve the pressure on the 804 area code as the numbers in 804 were being exhausted, and to ensure that new numbers could be assigned without disrupting current services. The implementation of area code 686 was part of a broader strategy to manage the increasing need for telecommunications resources in the region. For more details on the history and administration of area codes, visit the North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA).

NANPA Mailing Address
One Tower Center Boulevard
Suite 800
East Brunswick, NJ 08816

NANPA Customer Support
Tel: 1-866-623-2282
Email: support@nanpa.com
Fax: 571-363-3838

How Many People Use the 686 Area Code?

The population served by area code 686 encompasses a significant portion of Virginia's residents. The area code supports a diverse and growing population, reflecting the dynamic nature of the regions it covers. For detailed demographic information, consult the U.S. Census Bureau.

U.S. Census Bureau
4600 Silver Hill Road, Washington, DC 20233
Tel: 301-763-INFO (4636) or 800-923-8282

Is the 686 Area Code Toll-Free?

Area code 686 is a geographic area code, not a toll-free number. It is designated for specific regions within Virginia and follows the standard rules for geographic area codes. Toll-free numbers in the United States typically begin with prefixes such as 800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844, and 833. For more information on toll-free numbers and their operation, visit the Federal Communications Commission.

Federal Communications Commission
45 L Street NE, Washington, DC 20554
Tel: 1-888-CALL FCC (225-5322)
https://www.fcc.gov/

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