Area Code Lookup
What Area Code Is Bakersfield?
2 area codes serve Bakersfield · California
Bakersfield is served by area codes 661, 805. It is located in California.
Area Codes Serving Bakersfield
Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Bakersfield?
Bakersfield is served by area codes 661, 805. It is located in California.
Why does Bakersfield have multiple area codes?
As demand for phone numbers increased, NANPA added area codes through splits (dividing the region) or overlays (layering a new code over the same geography). Bakersfield now has 2 area codes — 661 and 805 — covering the same or overlapping areas.
How do I call Bakersfield from outside the US?
To call Bakersfield from abroad, dial +1 followed by the area code and 7-digit local number (e.g. +1-661-XXX-XXXX). The +1 is the country code for all NANPA countries.