Area code 686

686 is a newer area code, in service since February 1, 2024, added on top of 804. See all new area codes.

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Cities and towns in area code 686

Listed by how many phone prefixes (the 3 digits after the area code) are assigned to each place in 686.

• Richmond, VA (16)
• Chester, VA (2)
• Ashland, VA (1)
• Cartersvl, VA (1)
• Charles City, VA (1)
• Dawn, VA (1)
• Heathsville, VA (1)
• Irvington, VA (1)
• Kilmarnock, VA (1)
• Kingwillim, VA (1)
• Midlothian, VA (1)
• Montross, VA (1)
• Petersburg, VA (1)
• Tappahannock, VA (1)
• Waverly, VA (1)

Phone companies in area code 686

The carriers that hold the most 686 prefixes. People can move their number to another carrier, so this shows who first issued a number, not who serves it today.

All 31 prefixes in area code 686

Pick the 3 digits after the area code to see that prefix’s city and carrier.

• 200
• 201
• 202
• 203
• 204
• 205
• 206
• 207
• 208
• 209
• 210
• 212
• 213
• 214
• 215
• 216
• 217
• 218
• 219
• 220
• 222
• 333
• 444
• 465
• 529
• 666
• 686
• 777
• 868
• 888
• 999

Area codes that overlay 686

• 804

Questions

Where is area code 686?

Area code 686 is in Virginia. It serves Richmond, Chester, Ashland, Cartersvl and Charles City and 10 other cities and towns.

What time zone is area code 686 in?

Area code 686 uses Eastern Time.

What area codes overlay 686?

804 serves the same area as 686. New numbers in the area can get any of these codes, which is why local calls need all 10 digits.

Is a call from area code 686 a scam?

The area code alone doesn’t tell you. Most calls from 686 are ordinary local calls, but scammers can fake (“spoof”) any number. If you don’t recognize a 686 number, let it go to voicemail.

When did area code 686 start?

686 went into service in 2024. It was created from area code 804.

Can a 686 number be outside Virginia?

Yes. People keep their numbers when they move and when they switch to mobile or internet phone services, so a 686 caller can be anywhere.

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