785 area code
Get a local phone number in Topeka, KS
Biggest city:
Topeka
State:
Kansas
Major Cities:
Topeka, Lawrence, and Manhattan
Timezone:
Central (GMT -6)
Population:
127,473
Average Income:
$67,503
Zip codes:
66601
66699
Unemployment Rate:
2.80%
Nearby area codes:
308
316
785 area code summary
Area code 785 serves northern Kansas, including cities like Topeka, Manhattan, Hays, and Salina. Created in 1997 from a split with 913, it covers a mix of rural and mid-sized urban centers. Topeka, the state capital, is home to government agencies and major employers like Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas. Manhattan hosts Kansas State University, making it a hub for education, research, and ag-tech. Agriculture, manufacturing, and logistics remain pillars of the regional economy, with strong community ties and a lower cost of living. With a blend of prairie culture, collegiate energy, and state governance, a 785 number is well-suited for organizations and residents looking to establish local credibility in the heart of the Midwest.
Fun fact 💡
Topeka’s Brown v. Board site, since 1954, is a 785 civil rights icon.
🏢First Phone Company:
Southwestern Bell (later AT&T)
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