Local Phone Numbers
New Jersey
862 Area Code
862 Area Code
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Whether you're serving customers in Newark, Paterson, or Clifton, a 862 phone number gives your business a local identity across northern New Jersey. With DialLink, you can claim your 862 phone number and tap into a powerful cloud phone system designed for modern business communication, complete with AI voice agents, flexible routing, and cross-device access.
The 862 area code serves the northern part of New Jersey, including major cities like Newark, Montclair, Clifton, and Paterson. It is an overlay of the 973 area code, introduced to meet growing demand for numbers in the densely populated region.
A 862 phone number gives your business a familiar, trusted local presence in New Jersey, making it easier to connect with customers, boost pickup rates, and build long-term loyalty.
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Area code 862 is a phone area code serving northern New Jersey, including Newark, Clifton, and Paterson.
Cities in the 862 area code include Newark, Montclair, Clifton, Paterson, and Morristown.
Area code 862 is located in northern New Jersey, part of the New York City metro area.
There are over 300 active area codes in the United States, with more added regularly to accommodate demand.