Area code 862
862 is Newark, Paterson, Clifton, New Jersey.
Area code 862 at a glance
- State
- New Jersey
- Main cities
- Newark, Paterson, Clifton, Passaic, Montclair, Morristown, Parsippany
- Time zone
- Eastern Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 973
- In service since
- 2001
973 covers the exact same area as 862 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 862?
Area code 862 covers Newark, Paterson, Clifton in New Jersey.
What time is it in area code 862?
Area code 862 is in the Eastern Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 973 the same area as 862?
Yes. 973 is an overlay of 862 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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