Where is the 706 area code located?

The 706 area code serves Augusta, GA and surrounding areas in Georgia. Major cities include Columbus, Athens, Augusta.

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What timezone is the 706 area code in?

The 706 area code is in the Eastern (GMT -5) timezone.

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706 area code

Get a local phone number in Augusta, GA

Biggest city

Augusta

StateGeorgia

Major Cities

Columbus, Athens, Augusta, Hephzibah, Rome, Lindale, Cave Spring, Martinez, Evans, Grovetown, Harlem, Appling...

Timezone

Eastern (GMT -5)

Zip codes

30901•30999

Population

197,852

Unemployment

5.00%

Avg. Income

$50,919

Nearby Area Codes

229 256

Last updated: October 30, 2025

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706 area code summary

The 706 area code is an integral part of Georgia's telecommunications system, serving a significant portion of the state and playing a crucial role in connecting its diverse communities.

Serving Northern and West-Central Georgia: Established in 1992 as a split from the 404 area code, the 706 area code covers northern and west-central Georgia, including cities like Augusta, Columbus, and Rome. Region of Economic and Cultural Diversity: This area is known for its varied landscape, from urban centers to rural areas, and supports a range of economic activities, including agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. Overlay with Area Code 762: To meet increasing demand for phone numbers, the 762 area code was introduced as an overlay in 2006, sharing the same geographic area as 706.

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Augusta’s Augusta National, since 1934, hosts the Masters in 706.

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