Area code 279
279 is Sacramento, Elk Grove, Roseville, California.
Area code 279 at a glance
- State
- California
- Main cities
- Sacramento, Elk Grove, Roseville, Citrus Heights, Folsom, Rancho Cordova
- Time zone
- Pacific Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 916
- In service since
- 2018
916 covers the exact same area as 279 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 279?
Area code 279 covers Sacramento, Elk Grove, Roseville in California.
What time is it in area code 279?
Area code 279 is in the Pacific Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 916 the same area as 279?
Yes. 916 is an overlay of 279 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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