- This area code is shared by 5 main cities
Aiken (SC)
Rock Hill (SC)
Saint Andrews (SC)
Sumter (SC)
West Columbia (SC)
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South Carolina, located in the southeastern United States, is served by three primary area codes: 803, 843, and 864. The 803 area code, established in 1947, encompasses a substantial portion of the state, including the capital city, Columbia, and the surrounding regions. The 843 area code, introduced in 1998, covers the coastal areas of South Carolina, including major cities like Charleston and Myrtle Beach. Finally, the 864 area code was created in 1996 to serve the northwestern part of the state, including Greenville and Spartanburg.
As of the 2020 Census, South Carolina's population is approximately 5.1 million, reflecting a steady growth trend that has implications for telecommunications. The state’s area codes are significant not only for routing calls but also for supporting the growing demand for digital communication services and infrastructure development.
South Carolina's area code assignments are indicative of the state's historical urban development patterns, with the more populous regions of the state assigned their own codes to manage telecommunications efficiently. The introduction of new area codes, such as 843 and 864, aligns with nationwide trends to accommodate increasing phone numbers due to the proliferation of mobile devices and additional households. Notably, South Carolina does not have overlay area codes, meaning residents in an area code do not share their existing code with another nearby area, which is a distinctive feature compared to many other states. This structure reflects both historical development and modern communication needs.
Aiken (SC)
Rock Hill (SC)
Saint Andrews (SC)
Sumter (SC)
West Columbia (SC)
Florence (SC)
Goose Creek (SC)
Hilton Head Island (SC)
Mount Pleasant (SC)
North Charleston (SC)
North Myrtle Beach (SC)
Summerville (SC)
Florence (SC)
Goose Creek (SC)
Hilton Head Island (SC)
Mount Pleasant (SC)
North Charleston (SC)
North Myrtle Beach (SC)
Summerville (SC)
Anderson (SC)
Greenville (SC)
Greenwood (SC)
Spartanburg (SC)
Taylors (SC)
Wade Hampton (SC)
South Carolina has 4 area codes (803, 864, 843, 854). These area codes are split between cities or states, so if you want to call to South Carolina, you need to know exactly where you would like to call.
The first 3 digits to call South Carolina 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 South Carolina 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 South Carolina. 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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