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762 Area Code
The 762 area code is a telephone area code in Georgia, covering Augusta and the surrounding area. It lies in the Eastern Time zone.
Last updated June 5, 2026
Where is the 762 area code?
762 serves Augusta and nearby communities in Georgia. In the wider directory it sits in the South region.
Overlay codes serving Augusta
Augusta is served by an overlay of 2 area codes: 706, 762. Because more than one code covers the same area, 10-digit dialing is mandatory — you must dial the area code for every local call. New phone lines may be assigned any of these codes, so Augusta numbers are no longer tied to a single prefix.
History of the 762 area code
762 was introduced as an overlay to relieve number exhaustion in the Augusta area, adding capacity on top of 706 rather than splitting the region. Overlays let existing customers keep their numbers while new lines draw from the added code. Learn more in our overlay guide.
Is 762 a scam or spam risk?
762 is a legitimate geographic area code, not a premium or toll line, so a call from it costs you nothing extra. That said, scammers frequently spoof real local area codes to look familiar on caller ID. A genuine 762 number on your screen is no guarantee the caller is local or trustworthy. See spam & scam-risk area codes for how spoofing works and how to respond.
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Quick answers
762 area code FAQ
Where is the 762 area code?
The 762 area code is in Georgia, serving Augusta and the surrounding area in the South region.
What time zone is 762 in?
762 is in the Eastern Time zone.
Do I have to dial 10 digits for 762?
Yes. Because Augusta is an overlay area, you must dial the full 10-digit number (area code + 7 digits) for every call.
Is 762 a toll-free or premium code?
No. 762 is a standard geographic area code, so calling it costs the same as any local or long-distance call on your plan. Toll-free calls use 800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844 or 833.