706 Area Code
Covers Augusta and nearby communities in Georgia.
(706) 555-0142Area code 706 map
Interactive coverage map for area code 706, centered on Augusta, Georgia
33.4710, -81.9748
Open in OpenStreetMapArea code 706 coverage map — centered on Augusta. Shaded area shows the approximate reach around the primary city.
Area code 706 is a telephone area code in Georgia, anchored on Augusta. It reaches roughly 203,000 people across places such as Augusta, Columbus, Athens, Dalton and more. The region observes Eastern time, so a number like (706) 555-0142 is on that clock right now. On the ground it spans Columbia, Muscogee, Clarke and nearby counties. It shares its territory with the overlay code 762, which sit on the exact same map. Because the 706 region uses more than one area code, you must dial all ten digits — area code included — even for a local call. You do not, however, need to dial a leading 1 for calls within the US and Canada. Keep reading for the current local time in Augusta, a map of the 706 coverage area, the places it reaches, nearby and overlay codes, and how to tell a real 706 call from a scam.
Cities covered by 706
Cities & neighborhoods
- Augusta
- Columbus
- Athens
- Dalton
- La Grange
- Martinez
- Rome
Counties
- Columbia
- Muscogee
- Clarke
- Whitfield
- Floyd
Looking for the broader picture? See all Georgia area codes.
Nearby & overlay area codes
Overlay codes (same area)
These share 706’s geography — a number in either code can be on the same street.
Neighboring codes
Codes for adjacent regions and metros.
Is a call from 706 a scam?
Area code 706 serves Augusta and the surrounding area, so most calls are ordinary local and business traffic. As everywhere, spam and robocalls do use 706 numbers, frequently by spoofing a local-looking caller ID to boost pickup rates. The area code itself tells you nothing about who is really calling, so judge the call by what's said, not the number.
Red flags to watch for
- Pressure to act right now, or threats of arrest, fines, or service being cut off.
- Requests to pay with gift cards, wire transfer, crypto, or a payment app.
- Asking for passwords, one-time codes, your SSN, or full card/bank numbers.
- A robocall or recording, or a number that won’t let you call back.
When unsure, hang up and call the organization back on a number you look up yourself.
Calling a 706 number from abroad
Every 706 number is a US/Canada +1 number. From a mobile anywhere, the simplest approach is to dial it in international format:
+1 706 555-0142If your phone can’t dial the +, replace it with your country’s exit code, then 1, then the number:
- UK, Germany, France & most of Europe
00 1 706 555-0142 - Australia
0011 1 706 555-0142 - Japan
010 1 706 555-0142 - Mexico
00 1 706 555-0142
Within the US and Canada you don’t need any of this — just dial the ten digits 706 555-0142.
Reverse phone lookup
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Area code 706: frequently asked questions
Where is the 706 area code located?
The 706 area code is located in Georgia, centered on Augusta. It covers Columbia, Muscogee, Clarke, Whitfield, Floyd and nearby communities including Augusta, Columbus, Athens, Dalton, La Grange, Martinez.
What time zone is 706 in?
Area code 706 is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5 (EST) / UTC-4 (EDT)). You can see the exact current local time for Augusta on the live clock above.
What cities use area code 706?
Cities and areas that use 706 include Augusta, Columbus, Athens, Dalton, La Grange, Martinez. Its primary city is Augusta, GA.
Do I need to dial 1 before 706?
For calls within the US, you do not need to dial a leading 1, but you do need all ten digits: 706 plus the seven-digit number. The 706 area requires ten-digit dialing because more than one area code serves it.
Is 706 a toll-free or scam number?
No — 706 is a normal geographic area code for Augusta, not a toll-free code (toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888). A 706 number is not inherently a scam, but the code can be spoofed. See the spam-call section above for how to tell.
What are the overlay area codes for 706?
Area code 706 is overlaid by 762, meaning those codes cover the same geographic area.