Anaheim, California

Where Is Area Code 909?

Area code 909 is in Southern California. It serves the eastern part of the Greater Los Angeles region, mainly in southwestern San Bernardino County and small nearby parts of Los Angeles County.

The largest cities in area code 909 include San Bernardino, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Pomona, Upland, Chino, and Redlands. It also covers communities such as Claremont, Montclair, Fontana in part, and several cities in the Inland Empire. Anaheim is not in area code 909. Anaheim primarily uses area codes 714 and 657.

This area includes the inland valleys at the base of the San Gabriel and San Bernardino Mountains. Notable places in the broader 909 region include Ontario International Airport, California State University, San Bernardino, and the San Manuel area near Highland.

History of Area Code 909

Area code 909 was created on November 14, 1992. It was split from area code 714 as population growth and telephone demand increased in inland Southern California.

Area code 909 later lost territory more than once. In 1998, area code 626 was created from part of 909 for the San Gabriel Valley. In 2004, area code 951 was split from 909 to serve western Riverside County. In 2021, area code 840 began overlaying 909, so new numbers in the same region can use either 909 or 840.

Key Facts About Area Code 909

• Area code 909 is in California and serves major cities including San Bernardino, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Pomona, and Redlands.
• Area code 909 is in the Pacific Time Zone.
• Area code 909 was created on November 14, 1992, in a split from area code 714.
• Area code 626 split from area code 909 in 1998.
• Area code 951 split from area code 909 in 2004.
• Area code 840 has overlaid area code 909 since February 23, 2021.
• Area code 909 serves part of the Inland Empire, a major inland region of Southern California.
• Notable institutions and landmarks in the 909 area include California State University, San Bernardino and Ontario International Airport.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 909 in?

Area code 909 is in California.

What major cities use area code 909?

Major cities in area code 909 include San Bernardino, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Pomona, Upland, Chino, and Redlands.

Is area code 909 a toll-free number?

No. Area code 909 is a geographic area code.