Where is area code 202 located and what state is area code 202?

Area code 202 is located in District of Columbia (United States), covering major cities and regions including Washington.

How to call area code 202 and do I need to dial area code 202?

To dial a number in area code 202, format your call as +1 (202) XXX-XXXX. Mandatory 10-digit dialing is required in overlay regions.

Is area code 202 a scam, spam, or dangerous call?

Area code 202 is a legitimate geographic area code for District of Columbia. However, scammers frequently spoof numbers from any area code, so exercise caution with unknown callers.

North American Area CodeEastern Time Zone

Area Code 202 Location & Details

Q: What timezone is area code 202?

Area code 202 operates on the Eastern timezone.

State / Region: District of Columbia • Country: United States

Major Cities Covered: Washington

Standard Dial Format

+1 (202) XXX-XXXX

Country Code: +1 (NANP Format)

What State is Area Code 202?

District of ColumbiaState Hub →

Country Territory

United States

202 Area Code Time Zone

Eastern

202 Overlay Codes

771

Area Code 202 Geographic Map

Interactive location bounds and coverage area for District of Columbia (Eastern Timezone)

Lat: 38.90° • Lng: -77.02°

📍 Geographic Center: District of ColumbiaMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Where is Area Code 202 Located?

Telephone area code 202 is assigned to District of Columbia in United States. It serves cities and metropolitan communities including Washington.

Historical Context & Area Code Overlay Information:202 serves District of Columbia (United States).

For local and long-distance calls within area code 202, standard 10-digit dialing (202) XXX-XXXX applies.

Who Called Me from Area Code 202?

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How to Call Area Code 202 & Dialing Format

When placing a phone call to a number in area code 202, follow the correct dialing format depending on your calling location:

Calling from inside the US / Canada (+1): Dial 1 + (202) + 7-digit number.
Calling from an international location outside +1: Dial your country's international exit code (e.g. 011 in US or + on mobile) + 1 + 202 + 7-digit number.
Do I need to dial area code 202 for local calls? Yes, 10-digit dialing (area code + line number) is mandatory across North American telephone networks.

Top Cities & Municipalities Served in Area Code 202

Urban centers, census places, and communities within the +1-202 calling area

1 Major Cities Listed

City Name	County	Population	% of 202 Pop
Washington	District of Columbia	693,645	100.0%

Counties Covered by Area Code 202

Geographic county distribution and population coverage across District of Columbia

County Name	Total Population	% of 202 Area	% of County
District of Columbia	691,310	100.0%	100%

☎️Area Code 202 Exchange Prefixes & Carriers

Showing 50 of 800 central office 3-digit prefixes and assigned telecom carriers

68% Landline23% Wireless9% VoIP

Prefix	Line Usage	Rate Center	Assigned Carrier	Assign Date
(202) 200-	📱Wireless	WSHNGTNZN1	METROPCS, INC.	01/19/2011
(202) 201-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	10/19/2005
(202) 202-	💻VoIP	WSHNGTNZN1	ONVOY SPECTRUM, LLC	05/17/2023
(202) 203-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 204-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC	N/A
(202) 205-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 206-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	SPOK, INC.	N/A
(202) 207-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC	N/A
(202) 208-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 209-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	OMNIPOINT COMMUNICATIONS CAP OPERATIONS, LLC	10/06/2021
(202) 210-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	OMNIPOINT COMMUNICATIONS CAP OPERATIONS, LLC	N/A
(202) 211-	📞Landline	XXXXXXXXXX	MULTIPLE OCN LISTING	N/A
(202) 212-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	12/12/2006
(202) 213-	📱Wireless	WSHNGTNZN1	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC	N/A
(202) 214-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	SPOK, INC.	N/A
(202) 215-	📱Wireless	WSHNGTNZN1	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC	N/A
(202) 216-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 217-	💻VoIP	WSHNGTNZN1	ONVOY, LLC - DC	02/07/2019
(202) 218-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 219-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 220-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 221-	💻VoIP	WSHNGTNZN1	ONVOY, LLC - DC	08/02/2019
(202) 222-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 223-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 224-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 225-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 226-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 227-	📱Wireless	WSHNGTNZN1	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC	06/12/2018
(202) 228-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 229-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 230-	📱Wireless	WSHNGTNZN1	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC	N/A
(202) 231-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 232-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 233-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 234-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 235-	💻VoIP	WSHNGTNZN1	BANDWIDTH.COM CLEC, LLC - DC	N/A
(202) 236-	📱Wireless	WSHNGTNZN1	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - DC	N/A
(202) 237-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 238-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 239-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	OMNIPOINT COMMUNICATIONS CAP OPERATIONS, LLC	11/13/2006
(202) 240-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC	10/11/2021
(202) 241-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	YMAX COMMUNICATIONS CORP. - DC	11/16/2006
(202) 242-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - DC	N/A
(202) 243-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 244-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 245-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	VERIZON WASHINGTON DC, INC.	N/A
(202) 246-	📱Wireless	WSHNGTNZN1	METROPCS, INC.	N/A
(202) 247-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	PAETEC ITEL, LLC	12/13/2001
(202) 248-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	STARPOWER COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - DC	N/A
(202) 249-	📞Landline	WSHNGTNZN1	STARPOWER COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - DC	N/A

Frequently Asked Questions about Area Code 202

Where is area code 202 located?

Area code 202 is located in District of Columbia (United States), serving cities like Washington.

What timezone is area code 202?

Area code 202 operates in the Eastern timezone.

What state is area code 202?

Area code 202 is assigned to the state / telecom territory of District of Columbia.

Is area code 202 a scam or dangerous?

Area code 202 is an official geographic area code for District of Columbia. However, beware of robocaller spoofing.

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