Question 1

What is the area code for Richmond?

Accepted Answer

The main area code for Richmond, Virginia is 804. Richmond is now served by 3 area codes in total: 804, 276, 686.

Question 2

How many area codes does Richmond have?

Accepted Answer

Richmond has 3 area codes: 804, 276, 686.

Question 3

Why does Richmond have more than one area code?

Accepted Answer

As Richmond used up the numbers available in its original area code (804, in service since 1973), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.

Question 4

How do you dial a Richmond number?

Accepted Answer

Dial all 10 digits — the area code (804 or 276 or 686) followed by the 7-digit local number. From outside the U.S., dial +1, then the area code and number.

Area codes in Richmond, Virginia

Area codes serving Richmond