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Area code 706

Area code 706 covers Augusta, Georgia. Map, time zone, overlays, carriers, the full list of prefixes and how to dial it.

State: Georgia Major City: Augusta Eastern Time (ET) Overlay: 706/762
01 / WHERE IT IS

Where is area code 706?

Area code 706 is assigned to Augusta and the surrounding region in Georgia. Calls to numbers that start with 706 are routed to this area.

Area code 706 shares its territory with 762. Because it is an overlay, local calls require dialing all 10 digits.

Counties covered

Richmond CountyMuscogee CountyClarke CountyTroup CountyWhitfield CountyFloyd CountyJackson CountyWalker CountyGordon CountyChattooga CountyHabersham CountyMorgan County

Line types

  • Mobile 32.26%
  • Landline 67.74%
02 / MAP

Area code 706 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 Augusta

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

Local timeAugusta, GA--:--:--

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04 / HOW TO DIAL

How to call Augusta

WITHIN THE US706 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+1 706 XXX XXXX

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

WHATSAPP / IMESSAGE+1 706 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+1 706 555 0123
🇪🇸🇲🇽Spain / Mexico00 1 706 555 0123
🇦🇺Australia0011 1 706 555 0123
🇯🇵Japan010 1 706 555 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 706

Share of the number blocks by carrier and line type.

Landline

AT&T
37%
Windstream Communications
25%
Lumen Technologies
10%
Metro by T-Mobile
4%
Sinch
4%
Others
21%

Mobile

Verizon Wireless
40%
AT&T Mobility
29%
T-Mobile USA
23%
Southern Communications
6%
USA Mobility
1%

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 706

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

PrefixTypeCityCarrier
(706) 200 Mobile Cleveland T-Mobile USAPOWERTEL ATLANTA LICENSES, INC.
(706) 201 Mobile Athens AT&T MobilityNEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA
(706) 202 Mobile Athens AT&T MobilityNEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA
(706) 203 Landline Dawsonville ComcastCOMCAST IP PHONE, LLC
(706) 204 Mobile Rome Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - GA
(706) 205 Mobile Calhoun AT&T MobilityNEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA
(706) 206 Mobile Athens AT&T MobilityNEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA
(706) 207 Mobile Athens AT&T MobilityNEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - GA
(706) 208 Landline Athens AT&TBELLSOUTH TELECOMM INC DBA SOUTHERN BELL TEL & TEL
(706) 209 Landline Suches SinchONVOY, LLC - GA

Showing 10 of 775 prefixes

07 / FAQ

Frequently asked questions about area code 706

Where is area code 706 used?
Area code 706 serves Augusta and the surrounding area in Georgia, including Richmond County, Muscogee County, Clarke County, Troup County, Whitfield County.
What city is area code 706 from?
The main city of area code 706 is Augusta, GA.
What time zone is area code 706 in?
Area code 706 is in the Eastern Time (ET) time zone (America/New_York).
Is 706 an overlay area code?
Yes. It shares its territory with 762. In an overlay, every call requires dialing all 10 digits.
How do I call a number with area code 706 from the United States?
Dial the 10 digits: 706 + 7-digit number. For some long-distance calls from a landline you may need to add a 1 first.
How do I call a 706 number from another country?
Dial your country's exit code (or +), then 1, then 706 and the seven-digit number. From a mobile you can use +1 706 XXX XXXX.
Which carriers use area code 706?
Most landline blocks belong to AT&T and most mobile blocks to Verizon Wireless. The carrier shown is the original assignment and may differ today because of number portability.
Is area code 706 for landlines, mobiles or both?
Both. About 67.74% of the number blocks are landline, 32.26% mobile.
How do I save a 706 number in WhatsApp or my phone?
Save it in international format: +1 706 XXX XXXX. That way WhatsApp, iMessage and Telegram recognize it from any country.
Is it safe to answer calls from area code 706?
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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