Area code 562 covers Long Beach and surrounding areas in California. It was activated in 1997 as an overlay of area code 310. For the full picture, see all California area codes.
| State | California |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Long Beach |
| Cities also served | Long Beach, Downey, Norwalk, Whittier, Lakewood, Bellflower, Cerritos, Seal Beach |
| Time zone | Pacific (UTC-8 / UTC-7 DST) |
| Year established | January 25, 1997 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | No |
| Parent code | 310 |
| Overlay codes | None |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Yes |
562 as an Overlay of 310
Area code 562 is an overlay of area code 310, meaning the two codes share the exact same geographic territory in Southeastern Los Angeles County and parts of northern Orange County, including Long Beach, the Gateway Cities corridor, and the northern Orange County coast. When 562 was activated in January 25, 1997, all existing 310 phone numbers stayed unchanged. New phone lines in the region may now be assigned either 310 or 562, and ten-digit dialing is required for all local calls. For the full history of the area, its cities, and what these codes mean culturally, see our page on area code 310.
Cities Served by Area Code 562
Area code 562 serves Southeastern Los Angeles County and parts of northern Orange County, including Long Beach, the Gateway Cities corridor, and the northern Orange County coast, including the following cities and communities:
- Long Beach
- Downey
- Norwalk
- Whittier
- Lakewood
- Bellflower
- Cerritos
- Seal Beach
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 310, 424, 213, 323, 626, 714, 657.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 562 area code still in use?
Yes. 562 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Southeastern Los Angeles County and parts of northern Orange County, including Long Beach, the Gateway Cities corridor, and the northern Orange County coast.
What is the parent area code of 562?
Area code 562 is an overlay of 310. Both codes serve the same region of California.
Can I get a 562 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 562 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 562 a scam area code?
No. 562 is a legitimate, active area code for Southeastern Los Angeles County and parts of northern Orange County, including Long Beach, the Gateway Cities corridor, and the northern Orange County coast. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 562 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real California businesses, government offices, and residents.
Where is the 562 area code located?
Area code 562 covers southeastern Los Angeles County — including Long Beach, Downey, Norwalk, Whittier, Lakewood, Bellflower, and Cerritos — plus small portions of northern Orange County such as Seal Beach and Los Alamitos.
When was area code 562 created?
Area code 562 went into service on January 25, 1997, when it was split from area code 310 to relieve numbering exhaustion in the greater Los Angeles region.
Does area code 562 have an overlay?
No. As of 2026, area code 562 has no overlay; it is the sole area code for its geographic territory. Ten-digit dialing (562 + seven digits) became mandatory on October 24, 2021, due to the nationwide designation of 988 as the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
What area code did 562 split from?
Area code 562 split from 310. Before that, the same territory had been part of the original 213 area code until 310 was created in November 1991.
