762 area code

Get a local phone number in Augusta, GA

Biggest city:

Augusta

State:

Georgia

Major Cities:

Columbus, Athens, Augusta, Hephzibah, Rome.

Timezone:

Eastern (GMT -5)

Population:

197,852

Average Income:

$50,919

Zip codes:

30809

30899

Unemployment Rate:

4.00%

Nearby area codes:

229

256

Get a 762 phone number

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762 area code summary

Area code 762 is an overlay for 706 in northern and eastern Georgia, covering cities like Augusta, Columbus, and Rome. Introduced in 2006, 762 supports continued growth in the region outside Atlanta. Augusta is a major medical and cybersecurity hub, home to the U.S. Army’s Cyber Command, while Columbus hosts a significant military presence at Fort Moore. The area blends Southern charm, affordable living, and strong ties to education and defense. With growing industries in healthcare, logistics, and advanced manufacturing, a 762 number is linked to strategic development in Georgia.

Fun fact 💡

Augusta’s Riverwalk, revitalized in 1990, is a 762 riverside gem.

🏢First Phone Company:

BellSouth (later AT&T)

📲 Get a 762 number: $7/mo