Area Code 604 — British Columbia
This is a Canadian area code
Area code 604 is located in British Columbia, Canada. Canada shares the North American Numbering Plan (NANPA) with the US, so Canadian numbers use the same 10-digit format. Calls between the US and Canada may or may not be included in your plan — check with your carrier, as international rates can apply.
Area code 604 is located in British Columbia, Canada and operates on Pacific Time . The largest city served is Vancouver . View all Canadian area codes →
Coverage Area
Area code 604 — British ColumbiaArea Code Details
- Area Code
- 604
- State / Province
- British Columbia (BC)
- Country
- Canada
- Time Zone
- Pacific Time Pacific Time
- Local Time Now
- —
- Status
- Active
- Code Type
- General Purpose Code
- In Service Since
- January 1, 1947
- Assigned
- January 1, 1947
- Population Served
- ~1,277,642 est.
- Overlay Complex
- 236/257/604/672/778
Cities Served
History & Relationships
New codes split from 604
Rate Centers & Exchanges
16 rate centers identified within area code 604
Other Area Codes in British Columbia
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Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 604
What state is area code 604?
Area code 604 is located in British Columbia.
Where is area code 604 from?
Area code 604 originates from British Columbia. It operates in the Pacific Time zone.
What time zone is area code 604?
Area code 604 falls within the Pacific Time zone (Pacific Time).
What cities are in area code 604?
Area code 604 serves cities including Vancouver, Abbotsford, Whalley, North Vancouver, New Westminster, West Vancouver, Mission, White Rock, and more.
Is a call from area code 604 a scam?
Area code 604 is a legitimate Canadian area code serving British Columbia. Like any area code, individual numbers using 604 can be used for scam calls. Note that calls from 604 are international calls from Canada — unexpected calls may incur charges. Always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.