Area code 202
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- Location
- Washington, DC, District of Columbia
- Time zone
- Eastern (GMT -5)
The 202 area code covers Washington, DC and nearby District of Columbia communities.
Top 20 202 numbers available right now
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About the 202 area code
Washington, the seat of the District of Columbia, is the home of area code 202. The code is assigned to the city and follows Eastern time.
Service began there in 1947, in the very first round of assignments. In place ever since, it now shares the District with 771 in an overlay arrangement, which means local numbers are dialed using the full ten digits.
Dialing note: 202 is part of an overlay complex with 771, so local calls in this area are dialed with all ten digits.
Numbering details on this page (service dates and overlay status) are checked against the NANPA numbering registry. Registry data as of 07/16/2026.
202 phone number FAQ
- How do I get a 202 phone number?
- Pick an available 202 number and sign up for AvoCall. Your new Washington, DC number works for calls and texts on your existing phone over WiFi or data. Current web pricing is verified at checkout. There is no second SIM and no new device.
- Where is the 202 area code?
- It serves Washington, DC and nearby cities in District of Columbia, including Washington.
- Can I receive verification codes on a 202 number?
- AvoCall 202 numbers support calling and messaging. Verification-text compatibility varies by sender; short-code and 2FA delivery is not guaranteed.