Area Code 864

So you got a call from a 864 number and you're wondering where it came from? That's South Carolina. More specifically, 864 covers Greenville and places like Spartanburg.

This area code has been around for 30 years now - it was created in 1995. It was added when the region needed more phone numbers as the population grew.

Here's Something Worth Knowing

Just because you see 864 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 Greenville? They might be living in Texas now but still using their 864 number.

That said, a 864 number usually means the person originally got their phone number somewhere in South Carolina. Or they specifically chose a 864 number for business reasons - maybe to seem local to customers in the Greenville area.

How to Dial a 864 Number

If you're calling from somewhere else in the country, just dial 1 + 864 + the 7-digit number. Calling from overseas? Use your country's exit code (usually 00 or +), then 1 for the US, then 864 and the rest.

Should You Be Worried About Scams?

Here's the honest truth: scammers can fake any area code they want, including 864. It's called "spoofing" and it's frustratingly common. So if you get a call from 864that 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 864

The 864 area code serves quite a few places across South Carolina. Here's where you might find someone with this area code: