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Area code 606

Area code 606 covers Corbin, Kentucky. Map, time zone, overlays, carriers, the full list of prefixes and how to dial it.

State: Kentucky Major City: Corbin Eastern Time (ET) Overlay: None
01 / WHERE IT IS

Where is area code 606?

Area code 606 is assigned to Corbin and the surrounding region in Kentucky. Calls to numbers that start with 606 are routed to this area.

Area code 606 is not currently part of an overlay: it serves its territory on its own.

Counties covered

Pike CountyWhitley CountyBoyd CountyPulaski CountyFloyd CountyHarlan CountyLaurel CountyPerry CountyMason CountyBell CountyLetcher CountyJohnson CountyCarter CountyRowan CountyGreenup CountyKnox CountyLincoln CountyClay County

Line types

  • Mobile 34.55%
  • Landline 65.45%
02 / MAP

Area code 606 on the map

The shaded area joins the code’s numbering centers; the marker shows its main city.

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03 / LOCAL TIME

Current time in Corbin

This area code is in the Eastern Time (ET) time zone.

Local timeCorbin, KY--:--:--

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04 / HOW TO DIAL

How to call Corbin

WITHIN THE US606 XXX XXXX

Always 10 digits — landline, mobile or VoIP. Local, long distance or a different state: the format is always the same. You do not need to dial the 1 first.

FROM ABROAD+1 606 XXX XXXX

Exit codes: 00 Europe/Mexico · 011 Canada · 010 Japan · + universal

WHATSAPP / IMESSAGE+1 606 XXX XXXX

Always save the number in international format so messaging apps recognize it correctly:

Call typeTraditional landlineMobile / VoIP
Local (same area code)10 digits10 digits
US long distance1 + 10 digits10 digits
Emergency911911
🌐Universal+1 606 555 0123
🇪🇸🇲🇽Spain / Mexico00 1 606 555 0123
🇦🇺Australia0011 1 606 555 0123
🇯🇵Japan010 1 606 555 0123
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Learn more about that number.

Check the line type and the carrier the number block was originally assigned to.

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05 / CARRIERS

Carriers in area code 606

Share of the number blocks by carrier and line type.

Landline

Windstream Communications
31%
Sinch
18%
AT&T
13%
Lumen Technologies
9%
Spectrum
4%
Others
24%

Mobile

AT&T Mobility
41%
Verizon Wireless
23%
Appalachian Wireless
19%
T-Mobile USA
10%
Sinch
6%

Carrier shown is the original assignment of each number block and may differ today because of number portability.

06 / PREFIXES

Complete list of prefixes for area code 606

628 number blocks (NXX) assigned in this area code.

PrefixTypeCityCarrier
(606) 200 Landline Pikeville Windstream CommunicationsPAETEC ITEL, LLC
(606) 201 Landline Pine Knot SpectrumTWC IP ENABLED SERVICES, LLC
(606) 202 Mobile Vanceburg Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - KY
(606) 203 Landline Dover SinchONVOY, LLC - KY
(606) 205 Mobile Pikeville AT&T MobilityNEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA
(606) 206 Mobile Mount Olivet Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - KY
(606) 207 Mobile Morehead Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - KY
(606) 208 Landline Beattyville INTER MOUNTAIN CABLE / MIKROTEC COMMUNICATIONSINTER MOUNTAIN CABLE DBA MIKROTEC COMMUNICATIONS
(606) 209 Mobile Flemingsburg Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - KY
(606) 210 Mobile Owingsville Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - KY

Showing 10 of 628 prefixes

07 / FAQ

Frequently asked questions about area code 606

Where is area code 606 used?
Area code 606 serves Corbin and the surrounding area in Kentucky, including Pike County, Whitley County, Boyd County, Pulaski County, Floyd County.
What city is area code 606 from?
The main city of area code 606 is Corbin, KY.
What time zone is area code 606 in?
Area code 606 is in the Eastern Time (ET) time zone (America/New_York).
Is 606 an overlay area code?
No. Area code 606 is not currently part of an overlay.
How do I call a number with area code 606 from the United States?
Dial the 10 digits: 606 + 7-digit number. For some long-distance calls from a landline you may need to add a 1 first.
How do I call a 606 number from another country?
Dial your country's exit code (or +), then 1, then 606 and the seven-digit number. From a mobile you can use +1 606 XXX XXXX.
Which carriers use area code 606?
Most landline blocks belong to Windstream Communications and most mobile blocks to AT&T Mobility. The carrier shown is the original assignment and may differ today because of number portability.
Is area code 606 for landlines, mobiles or both?
Both. About 65.45% of the number blocks are landline, 34.55% mobile.
How do I save a 606 number in WhatsApp or my phone?
Save it in international format: +1 606 XXX XXXX. That way WhatsApp, iMessage and Telegram recognize it from any country.
Is it safe to answer calls from area code 606?
The area code only shows the region a number was assigned to; it does not tell you who is calling. Scammers can fake any area code, so do not share personal or banking information with unknown callers, and let unknown numbers go to voicemail.
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