Area code 859
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- Location
- Lexington, KY, Kentucky
- Time zone
- Eastern (GMT -5)
- Related area codes
- Related:606
The 859 area code covers Lexington, KY and nearby Kentucky communities.
About the 859 area code
Kentucky's area code 859 is assigned to Lexington along with Covington, Richmond, Erlanger, and Independence. All of these cities run on Eastern Time (GMT -5).
The code split away from 606 in 2000, placing these communities under a fresh set of digits. It has remained a standalone code in the years since, and no overlay has ever been attached to its territory.
Dialing note: 859 was carved out of the 606 territory and went into service in 2000.
Numbering details on this page (service dates and overlay status) are checked against the NANPA numbering registry. Registry data as of 07/16/2026.
859 phone number FAQ
- How do I get a 859 phone number?
- Pick an available 859 number and sign up for AvoCall. Your new Lexington, KY 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 859 area code?
- It serves Lexington, KY and nearby cities in Kentucky, including Lexington, Covington, Richmond.
- Can I receive verification codes on a 859 number?
- AvoCall 859 numbers support calling and messaging. Verification-text compatibility varies by sender; short-code and 2FA delivery is not guaranteed.