Area code 916
916 is Sacramento, Elk Grove, Roseville, California.
Area code 916 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
- 279
- In service since
- 1947
279 covers the exact same area as 916 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 916?
Area code 916 covers Sacramento, Elk Grove, Roseville in California.
What time is it in area code 916?
Area code 916 is in the Pacific Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 279 the same area as 916?
Yes. 279 is an overlay of 916 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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