Area code 350 covers Stockton and surrounding areas in California. It was activated in 2022 as an overlay of area code 209. Today it shares its territory with overlay code 209. For the full picture, see all California area codes.
| State | California |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Stockton |
| Cities also served | Stockton, Modesto, Merced, Tracy, Manteca, Turlock, Lodi, Ceres |
| Time zone | Pacific (UTC-8 / UTC-7 DST) |
| Year established | November 28, 2022 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | No |
| Parent code | 209 |
| Overlay codes | 209 |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Yes |
Cities Served by Area Code 350
Area code 350 serves Northern San Joaquin Valley and Sierra Foothills, including the following cities and communities:
- Stockton
- Modesto
- Merced
- Tracy
- Manteca
- Turlock
- Lodi
- Ceres
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 209, 559, 530.
How to Get a 350 Phone Number
There are three ways to get a phone number with the 350 area code, each suited to a different need:
- Buy from a premium-number specialist. Companies that hold curated inventories of specific area codes can sell you a 350 number directly, often with a one-time fee and ownership transferred to you (no recurring carrier fees). This is the option for picking a specific memorable number, or for getting an area code that most carriers won’t let you request. Contact us about a 350 number.
- Sign up with a VoIP carrier. Voice-over-IP services (such as Google Voice, OpenPhone, Grasshopper, and many others) can typically provision a 350 number on request, especially for active overlay codes. You won’t usually get to pick the specific number, but you’ll get a working line in the area code. This is the cheapest option for anyone who doesn’t need a particular number.
- Port an existing 350 number. If you already have a 350 phone number with another carrier, you can transfer it (port it) to a new service provider while keeping the number. This works for landlines, cell phones, and VoIP services, though landlines outside of California sometimes can’t accept inbound ports of 350 numbers due to 911 routing rules.
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Browse 350 Numbers →Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 350 area code still in use?
Yes. 350 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Northern San Joaquin Valley and Sierra Foothills.
What is the difference between 350 and 209?
Today they share the same geographic territory in California. New phone lines in the area may be assigned either code. The two codes work identically for calling, billing, and service.
What is the parent area code of 350?
Area code 350 is an overlay of 209. Both codes serve the same region of California.
Can I get a 350 number if I don't live in California?
Yes. Phone numbers are no longer tied to a physical address. With VoIP service or a number broker, you can hold a 350 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 350 a scam area code?
No. 350 is a legitimate, active area code for Northern San Joaquin Valley and Sierra Foothills. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 350 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real California businesses, government offices, and residents.
What is the 350 area code?
Area code 350 is a California telephone area code serving the northern San Joaquin Valley and Sierra Foothills, including Stockton, Modesto, and Merced. It is an overlay to area code 209, meaning both codes cover the same geographic region.
When did area code 350 go into service?
Area code 350 was put into service on November 28, 2022. It was assigned by NANPA to relieve number exhaustion in the existing 209 area code.
Do I need to dial ten digits when calling a 350 number?
Yes. Because 350 is an overlay sharing territory with area code 209, all calls in this region require ten-digit dialing (area code + seven-digit number). California uses 1+10-digit dialing for both local and toll calls.
What area codes border or neighbor 350?
Neighboring area codes include 530 (Redding/Northern California), 559 (Fresno), 831 (Salinas), and 925 (Concord). Area code 209 is the co-overlay partner sharing the exact same territory.
