How many area codes does West Virginia have?

West Virginia has 2 active geographic area codes in the North American Numbering Plan: 304, 681. Each code serves a distinct region or acts as an overlay for a high-demand metro area.

What is the oldest area code in West Virginia?

The oldest area code in West Virginia is 304, assigned in 1947. It serves Charleston and the West Virginia (statewide) region. 304 is one of the original 86 area codes created when the North American Numbering Plan was first established.

Can I get a West Virginia phone number from anywhere?

Yes. DialPhone virtual phone numbers are not tied to a physical location. You can get a West Virginia area code number and use it from any device — desktop, mobile, or browser — anywhere with an internet connection. This makes West Virginia numbers ideal for remote teams, distributed businesses, and sales teams targeting West Virginia customers.

How much does a West Virginia area code number cost?

DialPhone plans start at $24 per user per month on the Core plan. Every plan includes your choice of West Virginia area code number, unlimited US and Canada calling, business SMS, AI call captions, and a free 14-day trial — no credit card required. See the DialPhone pricing page for current tier details.

Can I port my existing West Virginia number to DialPhone?

Yes. DialPhone supports free number porting from any major US or Canadian carrier, including existing West Virginia area code numbers. Porting typically completes in 2 to 5 business days with zero service interruption. See the complete number porting guide for step-by-step instructions.

What time zones are used in West Virginia?

West Virginia area codes span the ET time zone. When scheduling calls with West Virginia customers, verify the specific area code's time zone to avoid calling outside business hours.

Area Codes in West Virginia — Local Business Phone Numbers

Quick answer

West Virginia has 2 active geographic area codes covering Charleston. The most-recognized codes are 304, 681, serving Charleston and the West Virginia (statewide) region.

Total codes: 2
Top metro: Charleston
Time zone: ET
Largest code: 304 (Charleston)

By Darshan M

Growth Operations Lead at DialPhone · Verified against NANPA data

Area codes in West Virginia

West Virginia is served by 2 active geographic area codes in the North American Numbering Plan. These codes were assigned between 1947 and 2009 as population and call demand grew across the state.

Code	Primary City	Region	Established	Overlay Codes	Population
304	Charleston	West Virginia (statewide)	1947	681	1,800,000
681	Charleston	West Virginia (statewide)	2009	304	1,800,000

Time zones in West Virginia

All area codes in West Virginia fall in the ET time zone.

ET — area codes: 304, 681

Top metros and their area codes

Below are the primary cities in West Virginia and the area codes that serve each metro. Cities with multiple codes share geography due to overlay assignments added as demand grew.

Charleston — 304 , 681

Why get a local West Virginia number?

A West Virginia area code number gives your business three core advantages:

Local trust signal. Customers in West Virginia recognize local area codes as their own. A familiar caller ID builds immediate credibility for service businesses, sales teams, and patient communication.
Higher answer rate. Calls from a local area code are answered far more often than toll-free or out-of-area numbers — industry data puts the lift at 20–40%. That difference matters most for outbound sales, appointment confirmations, and service callbacks.
Targeted marketing. Advertising a local West Virginia number on print, radio, digital, and outdoor channels converts better than a national 800 number for audiences who prefer doing business locally.

How to get a West Virginia area code number with DialPhone

Setting up a West Virginia business number takes under 10 minutes:

Sign up for a DialPhone plan. Choose any plan starting at $24/user/month. Free 14-day trial, no credit card required.
Search available West Virginia numbers. Filter the DialPhone number inventory by state, area code, city, or number pattern.
Choose your number and configure. Assign your new West Virginia number to a user or team, configure call routing, voicemail, AI receptionist, and business SMS.
Port your existing number (optional). Already have a West Virginia number? Free number porting completes in 2 to 5 business days with zero service interruption.