Area Code 843

So you got a call from a 843 number and you're wondering where it came from? That's South Carolina. More specifically, 843 covers Charleston and places like Myrtle Beach.

This area code has been around for 27 years now - it was created in 1998. It was added when the region needed more phone numbers as the population grew.

Here's Something Worth Knowing

Just because you see 843 on your caller ID doesn't guarantee the person is actually sitting in South Carolina right now. Since 2003, people can take their phone numbers with them when they move. Your old college roommate who grew up near Charleston? They might be living in Texas now but still using their 843 number.

That said, a 843 number usually means the person originally got their phone number somewhere in South Carolina. Or they specifically chose a 843 number for business reasons - maybe to seem local to customers in the Charleston area.

How to Dial a 843 Number

If you're calling from somewhere else in the country, just dial 1 + 843 + the 7-digit number. Calling from overseas? Use your country's exit code (usually 00 or +), then 1 for the US, then 843 and the rest.

Should You Be Worried About Scams?

Here's the honest truth: scammers can fake any area code they want, including 843. It's called "spoofing" and it's frustratingly common. So if you get a call from 843that feels off - someone asking for your Social Security number, claiming you won a prize, or demanding immediate payment for something - trust your gut and hang up.

Real businesses and government agencies don't cold call asking for sensitive info. If you're unsure whether a call was legit, look up the company's official number yourself and call them back.

Cities and Towns Using 843

The 843 area code serves quite a few places across South Carolina. Here's where you might find someone with this area code: