Area code 686
686 is Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico, Virginia.
Area code 686 at a glance
- State
- Virginia
- Main cities
- Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico, Mechanicsville, Midlothian, Petersburg, Colonial Heights, Hopewell
- Time zone
- Eastern Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 804
- In service since
- 2024
804 covers the exact same area as 686 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 686?
Area code 686 covers Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico in Virginia.
What time is it in area code 686?
Area code 686 is in the Eastern Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 804 the same area as 686?
Yes. 804 is an overlay of 686 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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