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California
820 Area Code
820 Area Code
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Want to connect with customers in Santa Barbara, Ventura, or San Luis Obispo? A 820 area code gives your business a trusted identity in California’s Central Coast and southern regions. Introduced as an overlay for the 805 area code, 820 ensures more numbers are available without disrupting existing 805 customers.
With DialLink’s business phone system, you can pick a new 820 area code number or port your 805 number and unlock features like AI-powered voice agents, advanced call routing, and unified business messaging.
Why Choose a 820 Area Code?
The 820 area code serves the same territory as the 805, covering Santa Barbara, Ventura, San Luis Obispo, Thousand Oaks, and parts of Santa Maria.
The region blends thriving industries such as agriculture, tourism, higher education, and technology. A 820 area code number helps your business project credibility and familiarity, whether you’re serving local residents, students, or regional companies.
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Who Can Benefit from a Local Phone Number
Local businesses in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo
Real estate, legal, and medical practices wanting local trust
Startups entering the Central Coast region
Tourism, hospitality, and higher-education organizations
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the 820 area code located?
The 820 area code is located in California, covering the same geographic region as the 805 area code.
What is the 820 area code an overlay for?
The 820 area code is an overlay for 805, meaning both serve the same geographic area.
What is an overlay area code?
An overlay is an additional area code introduced to the same geographic region as an existing one. It allows more numbers to be assigned without requiring users to change their current numbers.
What area codes are from California?
Can I keep my 805 number if 820 is assigned?
Yes, existing 805 numbers are unaffected. New customers may be assigned 820, but both are valid for the same region.
Why was the 820 area code created?
It was introduced because the 805 region was running out of available numbers due to population and business growth.