Area code 706
706 is Augusta, Athens, Columbus, Georgia.
Area code 706 at a glance
- State
- Georgia
- Main cities
- Augusta, Athens, Columbus, Rome
- Time zone
- Eastern Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 762
- In service since
- 1992
762 covers the exact same area as 706 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 706?
Area code 706 covers Augusta, Athens, Columbus in Georgia.
What time is it in area code 706?
Area code 706 is in the Eastern Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 762 the same area as 706?
Yes. 762 is an overlay of 706 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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