Area Code 686Virginia

Active General Purpose Code Overlay United States

Area code 686 is located in Virginia and operates on Eastern Time . The largest city served is Richmond .

Area Code Details

Area Code
686
State / Province
Virginia (VA)
Country
United States
Time Zone
Eastern Time Eastern Time
Local Time Now
Status
Active
Code Type
General Purpose Code
In Service Since
February 1, 2024
Assigned
November 16, 2022
Population Served
~226,610 est.
Overlay Complex
686/804

Cities Served

Largest City Richmond

History & Relationships

Split from

804
Virginia

Overlay complex — shares geography with

Rate Centers & Exchanges

1 rate centers identified within area code 686

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Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 686

What state is area code 686?

Area code 686 is located in Virginia, United States.

Where is area code 686 from?

Area code 686 originates from Virginia. It operates in the Eastern Time zone.

What time zone is area code 686?

Area code 686 falls within the Eastern Time zone (Eastern Time).

What cities are in area code 686?

Area code 686 serves cities including Richmond.

Is a call from area code 686 a scam?

Area code 686 is a legitimate general purpose code area code serving Virginia. Like any area code, individual numbers using 686 can be used for scam calls — always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.