Bristol, Virginia

Virginia · Eastern (UTC-5) · — · 10 cities

State

Virginia

Major City

Bristol

Time Zone

Eastern (UTC-5)

Current Local Time

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Cities Served

Cities Served by Area Code 276 (10 cities)

Abingdon Bluefield Bristol Galax Marion Martinsville Norton Radford+1 code Richlands Wytheville

Additional Details

Established

2001

Type

Split

Active Prefixes

381

Wireless Lines

22%

About Area Code 276

Area code 276 was created in 2001 as a split from a previously larger area code region. It serves the Bristol, Virginia metropolitan area. The area is in the Eastern time zone. It covers 10 cities and communities including Abingdon, Bluefield, Bristol, Galax, Marion and 5 more.

Phone Number Prefixes in Area Code 276

381 active NXX prefixes — 22% wireless, 78% landline. Each prefix (NXX) represents up to 10,000 phone numbers.

CenturyLink 48 (13%)Onvoy 33 (9%)Verizon Wireless 28 (7%)Verizon Virginia 27 (7%)AT&T Mobility 23 (6%)

Prefix	Carrier	Type	Rate Center
276-200	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Wytheville
276-201	Comcast	Landline	Martinsvl
276-202	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Richlands
276-204	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Meadowsdan
276-206	T-Mobile	Wireless	Abingdon
276-207	Paetec Itel	Landline	Norton
276-208	Onvoy	Landline	Laurelfork
276-209	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Bland
276-210	MCI/Verizon	Wireless	Richlands
276-211	Multiple Ocn Listing	Landline	Xxxxxxxxxx
276-212	Teleport Communications America	Landline	Bigstonegp
276-213	T-Mobile	Wireless	Bristol
276-215	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Indepndnce
276-218	East Kentucky Netwrk	Wireless	Haysi
276-219	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-220	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Norton
276-221	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Mouthwilsn
276-222	Citizens Telephone Cooperative - Va	Landline	Meadowsdan
276-223	CenturyLink	Landline	Wytheville
276-224	Gcr Telecommunications	Landline	Martinsvl
276-225	CenturyLink	Landline	Morrisoncy
276-226	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Martinsvl
276-227	CenturyLink	Landline	Wytheville
276-228	CenturyLink	Landline	Wytheville
276-229	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Woolwine
276-230	Bandwidth.com	Landline	St Paul
276-231	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Galax
276-232	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Wytheville
276-233	US Cellular	Wireless	Galax
276-234	Boost Subscriberco	Wireless	Williamsml
276-235	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Galax
276-236	CenturyLink	Landline	Galax
276-237	US Cellular	Wireless	Galax
276-238	CenturyLink	Landline	Galax
276-239	Metro by T-Mobile	Wireless	Wytheville
276-240	Onvoy	Landline	Bluefield
276-241	Telnyx	Landline	Oakwood
276-242	MCI/Verizon	Wireless	Grundy
276-243	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Marion
276-244	East Kentucky Netwrk	Wireless	Grundy
276-245	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Bluefield
276-246	Onvoy	Landline	Bigstonegp
276-247	Telnyx	Landline	Marion
276-248	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Gate City
276-249	Metro by T-Mobile	Wireless	Stuart
276-250	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Ruralrtret
276-251	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Ararat
276-252	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Martinsvl
276-253	Telnyx	Landline	Ruralrtret
276-254	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Lebanon
276-255	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Wise
276-256	Twilio	Landline	Fieldale
276-257	Comcast	Landline	Bigstonegp
276-258	CenturyLink	Landline	Abingdon
276-259	Verizon South	Landline	Dwight
276-260	US Cellular	Wireless	Galax
276-261	US Cellular	Wireless	Hillsville
276-262	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Saltville
276-263	CenturyLink	Landline	Cana
276-264	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Richlands
276-265	Teleport Communications America	Landline	Jonesville
276-266	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Hillsville
276-267	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-268	Boost Subscriberco	Wireless	Bristol
276-269	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Abingdon
276-270	Onvoy	Landline	Konnarock
276-271	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Indepndnce
276-272	Spectrum	Landline	Davenport
276-273	Onvoy	Landline	Morrisoncy
276-274	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Abingdon
276-275	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-276	Onvoy	Landline	Chilhowie
276-277	Onvoy	Landline	Wytheville
276-279	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Abingdon
276-280	Spectrum	Landline	Bluefield
276-282	Onvoy	Landline	Richlands
276-283	Peerless Network Of Virginia	Landline	Wytheville
276-284	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Austinvl
276-285	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Bristol
276-286	Onvoy	Landline	Oakwood
276-287	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Grundy
276-288	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Woolwine
276-289	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Abingdon
276-290	Twilio	Landline	Haysi
276-291	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-292	Comcast	Landline	Ridgeway
276-293	Mgw Networks	Landline	Galax
276-294	Twc Ip Enabled Services	Landline	Spencer
276-295	Onvoy	Landline	Peningtngp
276-296	MCI/Verizon	Wireless	Indepndnce
276-297	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-298	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Norton
276-299	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Peningtngp
276-300	Onvoy	Landline	Abingdon
276-301	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-302	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Clintwood
276-303	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Abingdon
276-304	Onvoy	Landline	Davenport
276-305	Onvoy	Landline	Bigstonegp
276-306	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-307	Twilio	Landline	Laurelfork
276-308	Onvoy	Landline	Lebanon
276-309	Onvoy	Landline	Norton
276-310	Commio	Landline	Sugargrove
276-311	Multiple Ocn Listing	Landline	Xxxxxxxxxx
276-312	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Grundy
276-313	Comcast	Landline	Fries
276-314	Commio	Landline	Bland
276-315	Commio	Landline	Appalachia
276-316	Commio	Landline	St Charles
276-317	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Galax
276-318	Comcast	Landline	Peningtngp
276-319	Onvoy	Landline	Abingdon
276-320	Spectrum	Landline	Meadowview
276-321	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Wise
276-322	Verizon South	Landline	Bluefield
276-323	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Appalachia
276-324	Ip Horizon	Landline	Pound
276-325	Comcast	Landline	Norton
276-326	Verizon South	Landline	Bluefield
276-327	Ip Horizon	Landline	Norton
276-328	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Wise
276-329	Comcast	Landline	Tazewell
276-330	Onvoy	Landline	Big Prater
276-331	Onvoy	Landline	Tazewell
276-332	Onvoy	Landline	Saltville
276-333	Fractel	Landline	Clintwood
276-334	Ton80 Communications	Landline	Clintwood
276-335	Shentel Communications	Landline	Wytheville
276-336	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Martinsvl
276-337	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-338	Ip Horizon	Landline	Coeburn
276-339	Ip Horizon	Landline	Lebanon
276-340	US Cellular	Wireless	Collinsvl
276-341	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Bristol
276-342	Onvoy	Landline	Galax
276-343	Onvoy	Landline	Bigstonegp
276-344	Onvoy	Landline	Lebanon
276-345	Onvoy	Landline	Richlands
276-346	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Jonesville
276-347	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Gate City
276-352	US Cellular	Wireless	Collinsvl
276-356	T-Mobile	Wireless	Abingdon
276-358	US Cellular	Wireless	Collinsvl
276-360	T-Mobile	Wireless	Abingdon
276-365	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-376	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Wise
276-378	Comcast	Landline	Marion
276-383	Verizon Virginia	Landline	St Charles
276-385	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Tazewell
276-386	CenturyLink	Landline	Gate City
276-388	CenturyLink	Landline	Konnarock
276-389	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Wytheville
276-393	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-395	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Coeburn
276-398	CenturyLink	Landline	Laurelfork
276-400	Onvoy	Landline	Cmsrkelcrk
276-403	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Martinsvl
276-409	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Pound
276-411	Multiple Ocn Listing	Landline	Xxxxxxxxxx
276-415	Ymax Communications	Landline	Lebanon
276-421	Comcast	Landline	Bassett
276-429	CenturyLink	Landline	Glade Spg
276-431	Scott County Tel. Coop	Landline	Duffield
276-432	Fractel	Landline	Clinchport
276-433	Shentel Communications	Landline	Richlands
276-437	Mountainet Telephone Company - Va	Landline	Norton
276-439	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-444	Onvoy	Landline	Sylvatus
276-445	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Cumberldgp
276-447	Mountainet Telephone Company - Va	Landline	Morrisoncy
276-449	Sunset Fiber - Va	Landline	Duffield
276-451	T-Mobile	Wireless	Abingdon
276-452	Scott County Tel. Coop	Landline	Williamsml
276-455	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Coeburn
276-465	Fractel	Landline	Burkesgrdn
276-466	CenturyLink	Landline	Bristol
276-467	Scott County Tel. Coop	Landline	Dungannon
276-468	MCI/Verizon	Wireless	Richlands
276-469	CenturyLink	Landline	Bristol
276-472	Burke'S Garden Tel. Co	Landline	Burkesgrdn
276-475	CenturyLink	Landline	Damascus
276-476	Onvoy	Landline	Meadowsdan
276-477	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Abingdon
276-479	Scott County Tel. Coop	Landline	Nickelsvl
276-484	MCI/Verizon	Wireless	Wytheville
276-492	T-Mobile	Wireless	Abingdon
276-494	T-Mobile	Wireless	Bristol
276-495	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Dante
276-496	CenturyLink	Landline	Saltville
276-498	Verizon South	Landline	Oakwood
276-500	Onvoy	Landline	Cripplecrk
276-511	Multiple Ocn Listing	Landline	Xxxxxxxxxx
276-521	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Chilhowie
276-522	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Ceres
276-523	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Bigstonegp
276-524	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Bigstonegp
276-525	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Abingdon
276-528	Mikrotec Of Virginia	Landline	Hurley
276-529	Fractel	Landline	Dante
276-530	Verizon South	Landline	Big Rock
276-531	Verizon South	Landline	Maxie
276-533	Comcast	Landline	Wise
276-537	Ton80 Communications	Landline	Jonesville
276-546	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Peningtngp
276-548	Ton80 Communications	Landline	Cumberldgp
276-555	Multiple Ocn Listing	Landline	Dir Asst
276-565	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Appalachia
276-566	Verizon South	Landline	Hurley
276-576	Spectrum	Landline	Big Rock
276-578	Shentel Communications	Landline	Wytheville
276-579	CenturyLink	Landline	Mouthwilsn
276-582	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Honaker
276-591	Mountainet Telephone Company - Va	Landline	Bristol
276-594	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Gate City
276-595	CenturyLink	Landline	Maxmeadows
276-596	Verizon South	Landline	Richlands
276-597	Verizon South	Landline	Big Prater
276-598	Twc Ip Enabled Services	Landline	Richlands
276-600	Onvoy	Landline	Damascus
276-601	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Galax
276-608	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Abingdon
276-611	Multiple Ocn Listing	Landline	Xxxxxxxxxx
276-613	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Wytheville
276-614	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Abingdon
276-617	US Cellular	Wireless	Wytheville
276-618	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Martinsvl
276-619	CenturyLink	Landline	Abingdon
276-620	US Cellular	Wireless	Wytheville
276-621	CenturyLink	Landline	Cripplecrk
276-622	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Collinsvl
276-623	CenturyLink	Landline	Abingdon
276-624	CenturyLink	Landline	Richvalley
276-625	CenturyLink	Landline	Wytheville
276-627	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Bassett
276-628	CenturyLink	Landline	Abingdon
276-629	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Bassett
276-632	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Martinsvl
276-633	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Ararat
276-634	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Martinsvl
276-637	CenturyLink	Landline	Maxmeadows
276-638	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Martinsvl
276-639	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Norton
276-642	Nuso	Landline	Bristol
276-644	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Bristol
276-645	CenturyLink	Landline	Bristol
276-646	CenturyLink	Landline	Chilhowie
276-647	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Collinsvl
276-650	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Axton
276-653	Ton80 Communications	Landline	Peningtngp
276-655	CenturyLink	Landline	Cmsrkelcrk
276-656	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Martinsvl
276-657	Ton80 Communications	Landline	Haysi
276-658	Coretel Virginia	Landline	Bassett
276-663	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Ruralrtret
276-664	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Cana
276-666	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Martinsvl
276-669	CenturyLink	Landline	Bristol
276-670	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Martinsvl
276-673	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Fieldale
276-676	CenturyLink	Landline	Abingdon
276-677	CenturyLink	Landline	Sugargrove
276-679	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Norton
276-681	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Fieldale
276-682	CenturyLink	Landline	Ceres
276-685	T-Mobile	Wireless	Marion
276-686	CenturyLink	Landline	Ruralrtret
276-688	CenturyLink	Landline	Bland
276-690	Mountainet Telephone Company - Va	Landline	Gate City
276-692	US Cellular	Wireless	Stuart
276-693	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Stuart
276-694	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Stuart
276-695	CenturyLink	Landline	Meadowview
276-696	CenturyLink	Landline	Bristol
276-698	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Abingdon
276-699	CenturyLink	Landline	Austinvl
276-700		Landline
276-701	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Richlands
276-706	T-Mobile	Wireless	Marion
276-708	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Norton
276-711	Multiple Ocn Listing	Landline	Xxxxxxxxxx
276-722	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Rocky Gap
276-724	Metro by T-Mobile	Wireless	Wytheville
276-726	Onvoy	Landline	Dwight
276-728	CenturyLink	Landline	Hillsville
276-730	CenturyLink	Landline	Hillsville
276-732	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Martinsvl
276-733	US Cellular	Wireless	Hillsville
276-734	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Martinsvl
276-738	Verizon Virginia	Landline	St Paul
276-739	CenturyLink	Landline	Abingdon
276-744	CenturyLink	Landline	Fries
276-746	Ton80 Communications	Landline	Ridgeway
276-754	Twc Ip Enabled Services	Landline	Cana
276-755	CenturyLink	Landline	Cana
276-759	T-Mobile	Wireless	Marion
276-762	Verizon Virginia	Landline	St Paul
276-764	Citizens Telephone Cooperative - Va	Landline	Maxmeadows
276-766	CenturyLink	Landline	Sylvatus
276-767	Spectrum	Landline	Maxie
276-768	US Cellular	Wireless	Indepndnce
276-773	CenturyLink	Landline	Indepndnce
276-776	Spectrum	Landline	Abingdon
276-777	Telnyx	Landline	Coeburn
276-779	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Hillsville
276-780	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Marion
276-781	CenturyLink	Landline	Marion
276-782	CenturyLink	Landline	Marion
276-783	CenturyLink	Landline	Marion
276-786	Fractel	Landline	Clinchco
276-788	Fractel	Landline	Martinsvl
276-790	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Martinsvl
276-791	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Bristol
276-794	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Lebanon
276-796	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Pound
276-800	Onvoy	Landline	Fries
276-806	Omnipoint Communications Cap Operations	Landline	Martinsvl
276-807	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Coeburn
276-811	Multiple Ocn Listing	Landline	Xxxxxxxxxx
276-821	Lumen/Level 3	Landline	Bristol
276-832	Bandwidth.com	Landline	Jonesville
276-833	Comcast	Landline	Axton
276-835	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Clinchco
276-843	Ton80 Communications	Landline	Dante
276-859	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Davenport
276-861	Onvoy	Landline	Cumberldgp
276-865	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Haysi
276-866	Fractel	Landline	Tazewell
276-867	Commio	Landline	Martinsvl
276-870	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Norton
276-873	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Honaker
276-874	Ton80 Communications	Landline	Norton
276-877	Fractel	Landline	Pound
276-880	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Lebanon
276-881	Verizon South	Landline	Jewell Rdg
276-883	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Lebanon
276-885	Mountainet Telephone Company - Va	Landline	Gate City
276-888	Terra Nova Telecom	Landline	St Charles
276-889	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Lebanon
276-895	Twilio	Landline	Bluefield
276-899	Fractel	Landline	Pocahontas
276-900	Onvoy	Landline	Glade Spg
276-910	Onvoy	Landline	Spencer
276-911	Multiple Ocn Listing	Landline	Xxxxxxxxxx
276-920	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Wytheville
276-922	Fractel	Landline	Nickelsvl
276-926	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Clintwood
276-927	Ton80 Communications	Landline	Stuart
276-928	Verizon South	Landline	Rocky Gap
276-930	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Woolwine
276-933	Fractel	Landline	Mouthwilsn
276-934	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Spencer
276-935	Verizon South	Landline	Grundy
276-940	Scott County Tel. Coop	Landline	Clinchport
276-944	CenturyLink	Landline	Meadowview
276-945	Verizon South	Landline	Pocahontas
276-950		Landline
276-952	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Meadowsdan
276-954	Verizon South	Landline	Bluefield
276-955	Fractel	Landline	Marion
276-956	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Ridgeway
276-957	Brightspeed Of Virginia	Landline	Spencer
276-958		Landline
276-959		Landline
276-963	Verizon South	Landline	Richlands
276-964	Verizon South	Landline	Richlands
276-966	Fractel	Landline	Hillsville
276-967	Ton80 Communications	Landline	Bristol
276-968	Coretel Virginia	Landline	Martinsvl
276-970	AT&T Mobility	Wireless	Richlands
276-971	Verizon Wireless	Wireless	Richlands
276-972	Coretel Virginia	Landline	Coeburn
276-973	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Norton
276-976		Landline
276-977	Fractel	Landline	Ft Blackmr
276-978	Ton80 Communications	Landline	Honaker
276-979	Verizon South	Landline	Tazewell
276-988	Verizon South	Landline	Tazewell
276-991	Verizon Virginia	Landline	Honaker
276-995	Scott County Tel. Coop	Landline	Ft Blackmr
276-999	Fractel	Landline	Appalachia

All 9 area codes in Virginia

276434 540 571 686 703 757 804 948

About Area Code 276

Back in 2001, area code 276 got its start as a split from the older 540 code, and it was all about keeping up with the demand for phone numbers in southwestern Virginia. Folks in places like Bristol and the surrounding hills were making more calls than ever, what with the economy picking up and people settling in. So, they carved out this new code to handle the load without leaving anyone hanging. Now, 276 covers a stretch of rugged terrain in Virginia, from the blue-collar vibe of Abingdon to the small-town charm of Galax and Marion. Bristol sits right at the heart of it, straddling the line with Tennessee, which makes for some interesting cross-border chats. You'll find folks here talking about the Appalachian mountains that define the area, with their winding roads and tight-knit communities. It's a spot where history runs deep, from old mining towns like Bluefield to the manufacturing hubs in Martinsville. What sets 276 apart is its mix of rural roots and modern life—think family-owned farms bumping up against tech-savvy businesses in Norton and Radford. Over the years, this code has become a lifeline for about 10 cities, connecting people who value their heritage while embracing what's next. Whether you're calling about a local festival or just checking in with kin, 276 tells a story of resilience and growth in a part of Virginia that's often overlooked but full of spirit.

⚠ Scam & Spam Alert for 276

If you live in the 276 area, you might get calls that seem off, like someone claiming to be from the IRS demanding payment right away or threatening jail time—that's a classic scam we've seen around here. Another one is the auto warranty pitch, where callers push you to renew a policy that never existed, trying to snag your credit card details. Then there's Medicare fraud, with scammers pretending to be officials offering free equipment or updates to steal personal info from seniors. These tricks can hit hard in rural spots like Bristol, where people are trusting and might not expect the hassle. Don't fall for it; remember, real agencies don't ask for money over the phone. A good tip is to hang up and call back the organization directly using a number you know is legit, just to double-check before you say anything.

Local Snapshot

Virginia's 276 area pulls in around 300,000 residents, spread across those hilly scenes. Coal mining and manufacturing keep the economy humming, with factories in Martinsville churning out textiles and auto parts. Bristol's a big deal for music lovers; it's where country legends got their start back in the 1920s. You'd be surprised to learn that this region sits on the state line, so you can grab lunch in Virginia and dinner in Tennessee without much fuss.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 276?

Area code 276 serves Bristol and surrounding communities in Virginia, including Abingdon, Bluefield, Bristol, Galax, Marion and 5 more. It is in the Eastern time zone.

What cities are in area code 276?

Area code 276 covers 10 cities in Virginia: Abingdon, Bluefield, Bristol, Galax, Marion, Martinsville, Norton, Radford, Richlands, Wytheville

What time zone is 276?

Area code 276 is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5).

When was area code 276 created?

Area code 276 was established in 2001 as a geographic split from a larger area code region.

Is 276 a legitimate area code?

Yes, 276 is a valid, active area code assigned to Bristol, Virginia. However, scammers can spoof any area code, so receiving a call from 276 doesn't guarantee the caller is actually in this area.

Why was the 276 area code introduced in 2001?

The 276 area code was created as a split from the existing 540 code to accommodate the growing number of phone lines in southwestern Virginia. This change helped serve the expanding communities in places like Bristol and Abingdon. It reflected the region's development following population increases in the early 2000s.

What historical music events occurred in Bristol under the 276 area code?

Bristol is famous for the 1927 Bristol Sessions, which recorded early country music artists and helped establish the genre. This event in the 276 area featured performers from nearby towns like Abingdon, marking a pivotal moment in American music history. The sessions continue to be celebrated through local festivals in the region.

What industries dominate the cities covered by the 276 area code?

In cities like Martinsville and Bluefield within the 276 area, manufacturing and coal mining have been key economic drivers for decades. Healthcare and education also play significant roles in places such as Norton and Marion, supporting local employment. These industries tie into the area's rural economy and historical development in Virginia.

Bristol, Virginia

Cities Served by Area Code 276 (10 cities)

About Area Code 276

Phone Number Prefixes in Area Code 276

All 9 area codes in Virginia

About Area Code 276

⚠ Scam & Spam Alert for 276

Local Snapshot

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was the 276 area code introduced in 2001?

What historical music events occurred in Bristol under the 276 area code?

What industries dominate the cities covered by the 276 area code?

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