Area code 909 covers San Bernardino and surrounding areas in California. It was activated in 1992 as an overlay of area code 714. Today it shares its territory with overlay code 840. For the full picture, see all California area codes.
| State | California |
|---|---|
| Primary city | San Bernardino |
| Cities also served | San Bernardino, Ontario, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Pomona, Rialto, Colton, Chino |
| Time zone | Pacific (UTC-8 / UTC-7 DST) |
| Year established | November 14, 1992 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | No |
| Parent code | 714 |
| Overlay codes | 840 |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Yes |
Cities Served by Area Code 909
Area code 909 serves Inland Empire — southwestern San Bernardino County, eastern Los Angeles County, and portions of Riverside County, including the following cities and communities:
- San Bernardino
- Ontario
- Fontana
- Rancho Cucamonga
- Pomona
- Rialto
- Colton
- Chino
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 951, 714, 626, 562, 760.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 909 area code still in use?
Yes. 909 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Inland Empire — southwestern San Bernardino County, eastern Los Angeles County, and portions of Riverside County.
What is the difference between 909 and 840?
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 909?
Area code 909 is an overlay of 714. Both codes serve the same region of California.
Can I get a 909 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 909 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 909 a scam area code?
No. 909 is a legitimate, active area code for Inland Empire — southwestern San Bernardino County, eastern Los Angeles County, and portions of Riverside County. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 909 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real California businesses, government offices, and residents.
What cities are covered by the 909 area code?
Area code 909 covers cities across the Inland Empire including San Bernardino, Ontario, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Pomona, Rialto, Colton, Chino, Claremont, La Verne, Diamond Bar, Loma Linda, and Redlands, as well as smaller communities such as Calimesa, Grand Terrace, and Highland.
Do I need to dial ten digits when calling a 909 number locally?
Yes. Since the 840 overlay went into effect on February 23, 2021, all local calls within the 909/840 service area require ten-digit dialing — the area code plus the seven-digit number.
What is the overlay for area code 909?
Area code 840 is the overlay for 909. It was approved by the California Public Utilities Commission on July 23, 2019, and placed into service on February 23, 2021, covering the identical geographic footprint as 909.
What area code did 909 split from?
Area code 909 was created on November 14, 1992, via a geographic split of area code 714, which had been serving a large portion of Southern California and was running out of available numbers.
