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Area code 619

Where the 619 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 619 number from anywhere.

CoversSan Diego, CaliforniaTime zonePacific (PT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 619 area code is in San Diego, California, United States (Pacific (PT)). To call from abroad: +1 619 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateCalifornia
Main areaSan Diego
Time zonePacific (PT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1982

The 619 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering San Diego, California. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1982 and sits in the Pacific (PT) time zone.

Overlay 619 shares its region

Several area codes cover the same geographic area, so two neighbours can have different codes. Because of the overlay, you must dial all 10 digits (area code + number) even for local calls.

How to dial a 619 number

From abroad+1 619 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 619 555-0123
Locally (same area)619 555-0123

Cities in the 619 area code

A 619 number is usually in one of these places in California — 1 county.

Chula Vista San DiegoCoronado San DiegoEl Cajon San DiegoImperial Beach San DiegoLa Mesa San DiegoLa PresaLemon Grove San DiegoNational City San DiegoRancho San DiegoSan Diego San DiegoSantee San DiegoSpring Valley San Diego

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the 619 area code?

The 619 area code is in San Diego, California, United States (Pacific (PT)).

Is 619 an overlay area code?

Yes. 619 overlays the same region as 714, 858, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 619?

Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.

How do I call a 619 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 619, then the number: +1 619 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 619 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Missed a call from +1 619?

In the 30 days to September 24, 2026, 696 unwanted calls showing a 619 number were reported to the US Federal Trade Commission, 46% of them recorded messages or robocalls. That puts 619 at #106 of 670 area codes reported.

Other314
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)104
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends93
Dropped call or no message62
Before you call back
  • If you do not know anyone in California, do not call back: a genuine caller will leave a message or send a text.
  • Scammers fake the number shown on caller ID, so a 619 number can hide a caller anywhere in the world.
  • Never give a code received by text or a bank detail to an unknown caller. In the US, calls can be reported at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

Who issues +1 619 numbers

Phone companies hold blocks of numbers in each area code. The main holders in 619:

Pacific Bell 190New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC 104T-Mobile USA, Inc. 96Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless 75Onvoy, LLC 49Comcast Phone Of California, LLC 36

About 34.8% of the 799 prefixes in use belong to mobile carriers: a 619 number is often a cell phone, and it may have moved to another carrier since.

Sources: FTC Do Not Call reported calls (numbers as reported by consumers, not verified), NANPA central office code assignments.

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