West Virginia area codes
- Area codes in
- 2
- State
- West Virginia
- West Virginia is served by 2 area codes, from 304 in 1947 to 681 in 2009. 1 of them are overlays, added as older codes filled up.
- Updated 8 October 2026
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All area codes in West Virginia
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West Virginia area codes by city
These are the West Virginia cities served by more than one area code, or whose code also covers a wider area.
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Overlay codes and dialling rules in West Virginia
1 of West Virginia’s 2 area codes are overlays — a second code laid over an existing footprint instead of splitting it. Wherever an overlay operates, local calls require the full ten-digit number.
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Spam call reports in West Virginia
These West Virginia area codes drew the most reports to the FTC in the 30 days to 8 October 2026. The figures describe numbers displaying each code, which caller ID spoofing can fake.
Most reported West Virginia area codes · last 30 days
| # | Code | Primary city | Reports (30 days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 304 | Charleston | 903 |
| 2 | 681 | Charleston | 271 |
A number listed here may itself be a spoofing victim rather than the caller. These are unverified consumer reports.
Source: FTC Do Not Call Reported Calls Data, unverified consumer reports, retrieved 8 October 2026. Request a correction. Month-over-month figures appear once two complete 30-day windows exist.
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Questions
How many area codes does West Virginia have?
West Virginia has 2 area codes: 304, 681.
What is the main area code for Charleston?
The main area code for Charleston is 304.
Which West Virginia area code is oldest?
Area code 304 is the oldest in West Virginia, in service since 1947.
Do I need to dial ten digits in West Virginia?
Yes, wherever an overlay operates. 1 of West Virginia’s area codes are overlays, and local calls within an overlay area require the full ten-digit number.
Which West Virginia area code gets the most spam calls?
Area code 304 (Charleston) drew the most reports of any West Virginia code in the 30 days to 8 October 2026, with 903 numbers reported.
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