661 area code
The 661 area code covers the southern San Joaquin Valley and the far north of the Los Angeles area, California. Main cities include Bakersfield, Santa Clarita, Palmdale and Lancaster.
- State
- California
- Main cities
- Bakersfield, Santa Clarita, Palmdale, Lancaster
- Time zone
- Pacific Time
- Same area as
- No other codes
- In service since
- 1999
- Local calls
- 7 digits
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Where is the 661 area code?
Area code 661 covers the southern San Joaquin Valley and the far north of the Los Angeles area, California, including Bakersfield, Santa Clarita, Palmdale and Lancaster. It went into service in 1999. It’s the only area code for this area right now. Local calls inside 661 can be dialed with 7 digits.
Got a call from a 661 number?
A 661 number was first given out in the Bakersfield area. Area codes show where a number was assigned, not where the caller is today, and spam callers can fake any number. If you don’t know the caller, let it go to voicemail or look up the full number before you call back.
661 area code FAQ
Where is the 661 area code?
661 covers the southern San Joaquin Valley and the far north of the Los Angeles area, California, including Bakersfield, Santa Clarita, Palmdale and Lancaster.
What time zone is area code 661?
Area code 661 is on Pacific Time.
What other area codes cover the same area as 661?
None right now. 661 is the only area code for this area.
Can I get a free 661 business phone number?
Yes. Pick 661 when you set up your Scheduley number and it gets a local number for you, if one is available. The number is free, and an AI receptionist can answer it 24/7 and book appointments.