Earlimart, California

Where Is Area Code 661?

Area code 661 is in southern and central California. It serves much of Kern County and parts of northern Los Angeles County, with service also reaching small parts of Santa Barbara, Tulare, and Ventura counties. Earlimart is a community in Tulare County that uses area code 661.

The largest city in area code 661 is Bakersfield. Other major communities in the 661 region include Lancaster, Palmdale, Santa Clarita, Delano, Wasco, Tehachapi, Ridgecrest, and Taft. The area code covers a large inland region that stretches across the southern San Joaquin Valley, the Antelope Valley, and nearby mountain and desert areas.

Notable geographic features in the 661 region include the Tehachapi Mountains, the western Mojave Desert, and part of the southern San Joaquin Valley. The area also includes Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County and communities near major routes such as Interstate 5 and State Route 99.

History of Area Code 661

Area code 661 was created on February 13, 1999. It was split from area code 805 as phone demand grew in inland parts of central and southern California.

Area code 661 remains a split area code, not an overlay. The change reflected strong growth in cities such as Bakersfield, Lancaster, Palmdale, and Santa Clarita during the late 20th century, which increased the need for new telephone numbers.

Key Facts About Area Code 661

• Area code 661 is in California, and Bakersfield is the largest city in the area code.
• Earlimart, California, in Tulare County, uses area code 661.
• Area code 661 is in the Pacific Time Zone, using Pacific Standard Time and Pacific Daylight Time.
• Area code 661 was created on February 13, 1999, in a split from area code 805.
• Area code 661 is a geographic area code, not a toll-free code.
• The 661 region includes major cities such as Bakersfield, Lancaster, Palmdale, Santa Clarita, and Delano.
• Area code 661 covers much of Kern County and parts of Los Angeles County, with smaller portions in Santa Barbara, Tulare, and Ventura counties.
• Notable sites in the 661 area include Edwards Air Force Base and the Tehachapi Mountains.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 661 in?

Area code 661 is in California.

What major cities use area code 661?

Major cities and communities that use area code 661 include Bakersfield, Lancaster, Palmdale, Santa Clarita, Delano, Wasco, Tehachapi, Ridgecrest, Taft, and Earlimart.

Is area code 661 a toll-free number?

No. Area code 661 is a geographic area code.