Area Code 562 Location

Area code 562 centers on Bellflower, California, and covers a busy slice of southeast Los Angeles County with a small portion of northwest Orange County. It links suburban neighborhoods to major coastal hubs, placing Bellflower near Long Beach, the Port of Long Beach, and key freeways that connect Los Angeles and Orange County. The 562 area code was introduced in 1997 after a split from 310, helping manage growth in new phone numbers across this urban corridor. It serves both landlines and mobile phones and follows Pacific Time, which is helpful for business and personal calls.

Major cities and communities within area code 562 include:

• Bellflower
• Long Beach and Signal Hill
• Downey, Lakewood, and Norwalk
• Cerritos, Artesia, and Paramount
• Whittier, La Mirada, and Santa Fe Springs
• Hawaiian Gardens
• Seal Beach, Los Alamitos, and Rossmoor These cities span from coastal spots like Seal Beach to historic communities like Whittier, creating a mix of beach life, suburban neighborhoods, and strong local business districts.

The 562 region is home to standout landmarks such as the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Queen Mary, and Long Beach Airport (LGB). Long Beach’s busy port drives the local economy, while Bellflower sits in a central location for commuters and families. Whittier adds cultural highlights with Whittier College and ties to President Richard Nixon’s early life. If you see a 562 phone number, it most likely originates from this southeast LA–Orange County gateway.

“Area code 562 was created in 1997 from a split of 310.” — North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA)