Lakewood, California
Pacific Time Zone (UTC-8) · CA · —
About Area Codes in Lakewood, California
Lakewood, California is served by area code 562, which was established in 1997 as a geographic split from a larger area code region. The city falls within the Pacific time zone (UTC-8). All calls to and from Lakewood use the 562 area code prefix for local and long-distance dialing.
Other cities in area code 562
Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Lakewood, California?
Lakewood, California uses area code 562.
What time zone is Lakewood in?
Lakewood is in the Pacific time zone (UTC-8).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Lakewood?
Standard 7-digit dialing is used for local calls within Lakewood. However, 10-digit dialing is always accepted and required for long-distance calls.
When was area code 562 created?
Area code 562 was established in 1997 as a geographic split from a larger area code region to serve the growing population.
What cities share area code 562 with Lakewood?
Other cities sharing area code 562 with Lakewood include Artesia, Bellflower, Cerritos, Downey, La Mirada, among others.
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Lakewood, CA · Pacific Time Zone