850 area code

Get a local phone number in Tallahassee, FL

Biggest city:

Tallahassee

State:

Florida

Major Cities:

Tallahassee, Pensacola, Panama City

Timezone:

Central (GMT -6)

Population:

191,049

Average Income:

$73,485

Zip codes:

32301

32399

Unemployment Rate:

3.10%

Nearby area codes:

229

251

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850 area code summary

Area code 850 covers the Florida Panhandle, including cities such as Tallahassee, Pensacola, Panama City, and Destin. This region is known for its white-sand beaches, military bases, college towns, and state government institutions. Tallahassee, the state capital, is home to Florida State University and Florida A&M University, contributing to a strong education and research presence. Pensacola and Panama City are major naval and air force hubs, with large populations of active-duty military and retirees. Tourism, defense, education, and healthcare drive the local economy, along with a growing number of remote workers attracted by the region’s affordability and natural beauty. The 850 area code has been overlaid by 448 in recent years due to number exhaustion, but it still maintains strong recognition throughout the Panhandle. It provides both credibility and local authenticity for businesses and residents in this Gulf Coast region.

Fun fact 💡

Pensacola’s Blue Angels, since 1946, soar in 850 skies.

🏢First Phone Company:

BellSouth (later AT&T)

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