Area codes in Evansville, Indiana
Evansville, Indiana uses 2 area codes — 812 and 930. The main Evansville area code is 812.
Area codes serving Evansville
Phone numbers in Evansville are written as ten digits — for example (812) 555-0190 — and fall in the Eastern & Central Time zone.
How Evansville came to have 2 area codes
The original Evansville area code is 812, in service since 1947. As the area ran low on available numbers, an overlay code was added over the same region for new phone lines: 930 (2015). Existing numbers kept their original code — an overlay never forces anyone to change their number — which is why Evansville now uses all 2 codes and every local call is dialed with ten digits.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the area code for Evansville?
The main area code for Evansville, Indiana is 812. Evansville is now served by 2 area codes in total: 812, 930.
How many area codes does Evansville have?
Evansville has 2 area codes: 812, 930.
Why does Evansville have more than one area code?
As Evansville used up the numbers available in its original area code (812, in service since 1947), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.
How do you dial a Evansville number?
Dial all 10 digits — the area code (812 or 930) followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1, then the area code and number.
Sourced from the official NANPA (North American Numbering Plan Administrator) numbering database, current as of August 2, 2026. Refreshed monthly.