859 area code

Get a local phone number in Lexington, KY

Biggest city:

Lexington

State:

Kentucky

Major Cities:

Lexington, Covington, Richmond, Independence, Erlanger, Edgewood, Elsmere, Fort Mitchell, Taylor Mill, Danville, Florence, Nicholasville

Timezone:

Eastern (GMT -5)

Population:

320,576

Average Income:

$88,901

Zip codes:

40502

40598

Unemployment Rate:

9.60%

Nearby area codes:

270

502

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859 area code summary

Area code 859 covers the northern and central parts of Kentucky, including the city of Lexington and surrounding areas like Richmond, Danville, and Georgetown. Known as the “Horse Capital of the World,” Lexington anchors the 859 region with a strong economy driven by equine industries, higher education, and healthcare. The University of Kentucky is a major presence, contributing research, culture, and a steady influx of students and professionals. Horse farms, bourbon distilleries, and rolling bluegrass landscapes define the local identity, while industries like logistics, automotive manufacturing, and insurance also play major roles. Area code 859 was created in 1999 as a split from 606, and it remains a regional staple for central Kentucky. Whether you're reaching college students, breeding thoroughbreds, or supporting rural communities, 859 offers both authenticity and accessibility in this heartland of tradition and progress.

Fun fact 💡

Lexington’s Keeneland, since 1936, is a 859 racing icon.

🏢First Phone Company:

BellSouth (later AT&T)

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