- This area code is shared by 7 main cities
Bowling Green (KY)
Elizabethtown (KY)
Henderson (KY)
Hopkinsville (KY)
Owensboro (KY)
Paducah (KY)
Radcliff (KY)
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Kentucky, located in the east-central region of the United States, is divided into multiple area codes to accommodate its telecommunications needs. The primary area codes serving the state are 270, 502, and 859. The 502 area code covers the Louisville metropolitan area and parts of central Kentucky, while 270 encompasses the western portion of the state, including cities like Bowling Green and Owensboro. The 859 area code serves the northern and eastern regions, including Lexington and Northern Kentucky.
Initially, Kentucky was assigned the 502 area code in the North American Numbering Plan, which was established in 1947. Over the years, as the population grew and demand for telephone service increased, the 270 area code was introduced in 1999 to relieve congestion in the western part of the state. The 859 area code was created in 2000, further addressing the need for additional numbers in the rapidly developing areas around Lexington.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Kentucky's population as of 2020 was approximately 4.5 million, reflecting a diverse demographic spread across urban and rural areas. The state's telecommunications infrastructure has evolved to support both traditional landline and mobile services, adapting to the increasing reliance on cell phones and digital communication.
Unique to Kentucky is the inclusion of several area code overlays, which help manage the growing demand for phone numbers, particularly in urban hubs. These area codes play a critical role in the state's connectivity, impacting both local residents and businesses in the telecommunications landscape.
Bowling Green (KY)
Elizabethtown (KY)
Henderson (KY)
Hopkinsville (KY)
Owensboro (KY)
Paducah (KY)
Radcliff (KY)
Bowling Green (KY)
Elizabethtown (KY)
Henderson (KY)
Hopkinsville (KY)
Owensboro (KY)
Paducah (KY)
Radcliff (KY)
Frankfort (KY)
Louisville (KY)
Ashland (KY)
Covington (KY)
Florence (KY)
Lexington (KY)
Richmond (KY)
Kentucky has 5 area codes (606, 270, 364, 859, 502). These area codes are split between cities or states, so if you want to call to Kentucky, you need to know exactly where you would like to call.
The first 3 digits to call Kentucky may vary depending on where you want to call to, being one or the other depending on the region or city. Take a look at our listing above to find out which area code you need.
Calling Kentucky from another state in the United States is considered a long-distance call. Here’s how to make the call: First, dial the area code for Kentucky. Each state, and sometimes specific cities within a state, has unique area codes. Then, enter the 7-digit phone number of the person or business you’re trying to reach. If you’re calling from a landline, check with your provider, as long-distance charges may apply. However, most mobile carriers in the U.S. offer nationwide calling without additional fees. Alternatively, you can use VoIP or internet-based calling apps, like Skype, Zoom, or WhatsApp, to bypass traditional long-distance charges. The number you want to reach should look like this: 1-(AreaCode)-111-2222.
When making calls within the United States, dialing +1 depends on several factors. On most modern mobile phones, carriers automatically recognize the country code when calling within the U.S., so dialing +1 is usually not required; you can simply enter the area code followed by the phone number, such as 213-555-1234. If you’re using a landline, dialing 1 (the U.S. country code) before the area code and phone number is often necessary for long-distance calls; for example, calling from one state to another may require dialing 1-213-555-1234. When calling the U.S. from another country, dialing +1 is necessary, so a call from abroad would be formatted as +1-213-555-1234. VoIP and internet-based calling platforms, like Skype and WhatsApp, generally handle country codes automatically, making it unnecessary to dial +1 manually for U.S. numbers.
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