Area codes in Huntington Beach, California

Huntington Beach, California uses 2 area codes — 714 and 657. The main Huntington Beach area code is 714.

Area codes serving Huntington Beach

Phone numbers in Huntington Beach are written as ten digits — for example (714) 555-0190 — and fall in the Pacific Time zone.

How Huntington Beach came to have 2 area codes

The original Huntington Beach area code is 714, in service since 1951. As the area ran low on available numbers, an overlay code was added over the same region for new phone lines: 657 (2008). Existing numbers kept their original code — an overlay never forces anyone to change their number — which is why Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach?

The main area code for Huntington Beach, California is 714. Huntington Beach is now served by 2 area codes in total: 714, 657.

How many area codes does Huntington Beach have?

Huntington Beach has 2 area codes: 714, 657.

Why does Huntington Beach have more than one area code?

As Huntington Beach used up the numbers available in its original area code (714, in service since 1951), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.

How do you dial a Huntington Beach number?

Dial all 10 digits — the area code (714 or 657) 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.