Gloucester, New Jersey
Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5) · NJ · —
About Area Codes in Gloucester, New Jersey
Gloucester, New Jersey is served by area code 856, which was established in 1999 as a geographic split from a larger area code region. The city falls within the Eastern time zone (UTC-5). All calls to and from Gloucester use the 856 area code prefix for local and long-distance dialing.
Other cities in area code 856
Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Gloucester, New Jersey?
Gloucester, New Jersey uses area code 856.
What time zone is Gloucester in?
Gloucester is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Gloucester?
Standard 7-digit dialing is used for local calls within Gloucester. However, 10-digit dialing is always accepted and required for long-distance calls.
When was area code 856 created?
Area code 856 was established in 1999 as a geographic split from a larger area code region to serve the growing population.
What cities share area code 856 with Gloucester?
Other cities sharing area code 856 with Gloucester include Camden, Cherry Hill, Collingswood, Deptford, Evesham, among others.
Also called Gloucester:
Gloucester, NJ · Eastern Time Zone