Area code 779
779 is Rockford, Joliet, Kankakee, Illinois.
Area code 779 at a glance
- State
- Illinois
- Main cities
- Rockford, Joliet, Kankakee, DeKalb, Freeport
- Time zone
- Central Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 815
- In service since
- 2007
815 covers the exact same area as 779 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 779?
Area code 779 covers Rockford, Joliet, Kankakee in Illinois.
What time is it in area code 779?
Area code 779 is in the Central Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 815 the same area as 779?
Yes. 815 is an overlay of 779 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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