What is 916 area code?

The 916 area code is located in Northern California and primarily serves the city of Sacramento and its surrounding areas. It was one of the original area codes established in 1947 and originally covered a larger portion of Northern California. Over the years, as the population and demand for telephone numbers increased, the region served by the 916 area code was reduced through the creation of new area codes.

In addition to Sacramento, the 916 area code includes parts of Placer, El Dorado, Solano, Sutter, and Yolo counties. As of recent years, the area served by 916 has continued to grow, necessitating the introduction of an overlay area code to meet demand. In 2018, the 279 area code was introduced to serve the same geographic area as 916, allowing for an expanded pool of available phone numbers.

The 916/279 region is known for its vibrant culture, governmental importance as California's state capital, historic sites, and proximity to natural attractions, such as the American River and the Sierra Nevada mountains.