250 area code

Get a local phone number in Victoria, BC

Biggest city:

Victoria

State:

British Columbia

Major Cities:

Victoria, Nanaimo, Kamloops, Kelowna, Prince George

Timezone:

Pacific (GMT -8)

Population:

398,000

Average Income:

$54,500

Zip codes:

V8N 1A1

V9E 2E7

Unemployment Rate:

3.80%

Nearby area codes:

236

778

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250 area code summary

Area code 250 serves the majority of British Columbia outside the Vancouver area, including cities like Kelowna, Kamloops, Nanaimo, Prince George, and the rest of Vancouver Island. Introduced in 1996 as a split from 604, the 250 area code now operates alongside overlays 778, 236, and 672. This region represents the natural beauty and economic diversity of British Columbia beyond the Lower Mainland. Kelowna is a hub for wine production, tech startups, and tourism. Kamloops offers a mix of education, logistics, and healthcare. Nanaimo and Victoria on Vancouver Island blend government, academia, and coastal tourism, while Prince George acts as a gateway to northern BC’s forestry and mining sectors. Outdoor recreation, including skiing, hiking, and fishing, is central to the region’s identity. The 250 area code is often associated with a more relaxed lifestyle, entrepreneurial spirit, and strong local economies. Whether you're running a hospitality business, offering remote services, or managing real estate, a 250 number reflects connection to BC’s heartland—where nature meets commerce.

Fun fact 💡

Victoria’s Butchart Gardens transformed a quarry into a floral masterpiece in 1904.

🏢First Phone Company:

BC Tel (later Telus)

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