What is 727 area code?

The 727 area code is a telephone area code in the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). It covers most of Pinellas County and parts of Pasco County in the state of Florida, United States. This includes notable cities such as St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Largo, and some parts of the Tampa Bay area. The 727 area code was created in 1998 when it was split from the 813 area code. It was introduced to accommodate the growing demand for new phone numbers in the region. St. Petersburg and Clearwater are popular for their beaches and tourist attractions, contributing to the demand for phone numbers in the locale.