Alhambra, California

Where Is Area Code 626?

Area code 626 is in southern California. It serves much of the San Gabriel Valley, which lies east and northeast of downtown Los Angeles. The area code is centered in Los Angeles County.

Major cities in area code 626 include Alhambra, Pasadena, El Monte, West Covina, Arcadia, Monrovia, San Gabriel, Temple City, and South Pasadena. It also serves many nearby communities in the San Gabriel Valley. Alhambra is one of the cities within this area code.

The region includes well-known landmarks and institutions. Area code 626 covers Pasadena, home to the Rose Bowl and the annual Tournament of Roses Parade. It also includes parts of the foothill communities below the San Gabriel Mountains.

History of Area Code 626

Area code 626 began service on June 14, 1997. It was created in a split from area code 818 as telephone demand grew in the San Gabriel Valley and nearby parts of Los Angeles County.

Area code 626 is a split area code, not an overlay. In 2009, area code 840 was approved as an overlay for the same region, but the California Public Utilities Commission later suspended it indefinitely before it went into service. As a result, 626 remains the only active area code in its numbering plan area.

Key Facts About Area Code 626

• Area code 626 is in California, and Pasadena is one of the largest and best-known cities in the area.
• Area code 626 serves Alhambra and many other communities in the San Gabriel Valley in Los Angeles County.
• Area code 626 is in the Pacific Time Zone. It follows Pacific Standard Time and Pacific Daylight Time.
• Area code 626 started service on June 14, 1997, after a split from area code 818.
• Area code 626 is a geographic area code, not a toll-free code.
• The numbering plan area includes major landmarks such as the Rose Bowl in Pasadena.
• Area code 626 also covers important institutions such as the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena.
• An approved overlay, area code 840, was suspended indefinitely and never activated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 626 in?

Area code 626 is in California.

What major cities use area code 626?

Major cities in area code 626 include Alhambra, Pasadena, El Monte, West Covina, Arcadia, Monrovia, San Gabriel, Temple City, and South Pasadena.

Is area code 626 a toll-free number?

No. Area code 626 is a geographic area code.