262 Area Code — Waukesha, WI
Area code 262 serves Waukesha and 3 other cities in Wisconsin. Local time follows America/Chicago. It overlays with 534, so 10-digit dialling is required.
- State
- Wisconsin
- Primary city
- Waukesha
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- In service since
- 1999
- Type
- Geographic
- Overlay codes
- 534
Cities Served by 262
The 262 area code covers 4 cities and communities in Wisconsin.
- Waukesha
- Racine
- Kenosha
- West Bend
About Area Code 262
Area code 262 is a North American Numbering Plan (NANP) area code that has been in service since 1999. It is administered by NANPA on behalf of the FCC and serves the Wisconsin region anchored on Waukesha.
262 now shares its territory with an overlay code (534). 10-digit dialling is required for local calls within this region because the same 7-digit number can be assigned under either code.
Mobile numbers in 262 are portable: a person who moved away from Waukesha may still carry a 262 mobile number on their device. If you receive an unexpected call from a 262 number, run it through the reverse lookup tool above for the most accurate, free identification.
If you live or do business in Wisconsin, you may also interact with neighbouring or overlay codes (534). See the related codes section below to explore the rest of Wisconsin.
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262 Area Code FAQ
Where is area code 262?
Area code 262 is located in Wisconsin, primarily serving Waukesha and surrounding cities including Racine, Kenosha, West Bend. The region operates on CT (America/Chicago) time.
What state is 262 area code?
262 is a Wisconsin area code. It was put into service in 1999 and shares its geographic footprint with overlay code 534.
Is 262 a scam area code?
262 is a legitimate North American area code allocated by NANPA to Wisconsin. Like any geographic area code, scammers sometimes spoof 262 numbers — judge each call by content (urgent demands, unfamiliar transfers) rather than the area code alone. Run the specific number through our reverse lookup if you're unsure.
What time zone does 262 use?
Area code 262 operates on CT (America/Chicago). Numbers in this area code follow standard Wisconsin time-zone rules including any daylight-saving transitions for that region.
Can I look up a specific 262 phone number?
Yes. Use the reverse lookup widget above to enter a full 262 number. NumLocation returns the line type (mobile, landline, VoIP), carrier, rate-center city, and any public listings tied to the number — free.
What's the difference between 262 and 534?
262 and 534 cover the same Wisconsin geographic area as overlay codes. Calls between them are local, but you must dial all 10 digits. New phone numbers in this region are assigned from either pool depending on what's available with the carrier at signup.