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276 Area Code

Get 276 Area Code Numbers for Local Presence in Virginia

Get the 276 area code phone number from Calilio for your firm in southwest Virginia. Expand your reach and connect with local customers effectively in a region offering scale and growth in your business.

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Where is Area code 276?

Area code 276 is a telephone area code in the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) located in southern Virginia. It serves various counties and cities, including Bristol, Galax, Martinsville, Wytheville, Abingdon, Big Stone Gap, Clintwood, and Lebanon.

The overall population of 276 area code is 493,614. It has a relatively low population density compared to other parts of Virginia.

This area code falls within the Eastern Time Zone (ET).

Cities

Population (approx)

County

Bristol

17,835

Bristol
Martinsville

13,821

Henry
Abingdon

8,191

Washington
Wytheville

8,211

Wythe
Galax

7,042

Grayson Carroll
Norton

3,958

Norton
Bluefield

5,444

Tazewell

History of 276 Area Code

On September 1, 2001 area code 276 was put to provide service and address the shortage of available phone numbers due to the growing demand. It was one of the 26 area codes introduced that year.

Virginia has 10 area codes and 276  was introduced as the 7th area code. It was created to ease the pressure on 540. 276 serves the far southwestern portion of Virginia, which includes more rural and less densely populated areas.

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Exploring 276 Area Code: Business Scenario and Prospects

The main industrial sectors of this area are manufacturing, tourism, agriculture, and coal mining. The 276 area code covers a region with a solid manufacturing base, particularly automotive parts and furniture production.

Healthcare is one of the major sectors, with regional healthcare hubs like Ballad Health in Bristol providing essential services to the local population. Tourism has also become another vital industry in this region, driven by cultural attractions like the Barter Theatre in Abingdon and Bristol's "Birthplace of Country Music" museum.

The territory is still growing, with local efforts concentrating on workforce development, economic diversification, and infrastructure enhancements. So, a 276 area code can be a great addition to your firm.

Nearby Area Code

Location

Area Code

Bristol, VA276
West Virginia304, 681
Greensboro, NC336, 743
Chattanooga, TN423
Lynchburg, VA434
Roanoke, VA540, 826
Ashland, KY606
Knoxville, TN865

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