Area Code 562 Information



Area Code 562
Population 192734
Type of Code: General Purpose Code
Geographic(G) or non-geographic(N): G
Is this code assigned: Yes
Is this code in use: Y
In service date: 1997-01-25
Planning Letter(s): 556 544 IL94/12-008 IL96/01-012
Location: CA
Country: US
Time Zone: P
Parent NPA: 310

Established on January 25, 1997, area code 562 stands as an intriguing element within the North American Numbering Plan (NANP), specifically assigned to the Los Angeles, California metropolitan region. Its inception resulted from a split from the original 310 area code, necessitated by the growing demand for phone numbers.

Geographical Reach of the 562 Area Code

Area code 562 encompasses a vast region, predominantly covering the Gateway Cities located in the southeastern part of Los Angeles County. Main cities within this area code include Long Beach, Lakewood, Whittier, Downey, Norwalk, Bellflower, Paramount, La Habra, and Seal Beach. Additionally, the 562 area code marginally extends into Orange County, covering parts of La Mirada, Buena Park, and Cypress.

Population Insights within the 562 Area Code

The 562 area code serves a substantial population, with estimates suggesting that around 1.9 million individuals fall within its jurisdiction. The population is ethnically diverse, reflecting California's overall demographic variety, with a blend of different races and backgrounds. With its favorable climate, attractive beaches, and thriving economy, the area continues to experience steady population growth.

Zip Code Enumeration within the 562 Area Code

Area code 562 accommodates numerous zip codes, covering various cities such as Long Beach, Downey, Whittier, and Lakewood. A selection of significant zip codes within this area code includes:

  • Long Beach: 90802, 90803, 90804, 90805, 90806, 90807, 90808, 90810, 90813, 90814, 90815
  • Downey: 90239, 90240, 90241, 90242
  • Whittier: 90601, 90602, 90603, 90604, 90605, 90606
  • Lakewood: 90711, 90712, 90713, 90714, 90715

Each zip code comprises distinct neighborhoods within the larger cities, each carrying unique characteristics.

Telecommunication Services within the 562 Area Code

Area code 562 houses over 440 active prefixes, with the advent of cellular phones and other communication devices contributing significantly to the expansion of these prefixes. Multiple major telecommunication providers cater to the area, facilitating reliable and efficient connectivity.

In conclusion, area code 562 transcends being merely a numeric identifier—it represents a vibrant and diverse part of California's Los Angeles County. With millions of residents spanning multiple cities, this area code's importance is poised to increase within the telecommunications arena as the population continues to flourish.

Area Code Zipcodes



Zipcode City State
90002 LOS ANGELES California
90002 WATTS California
90013 FEDERAL California
90013 LOS ANGELES California
90014 LOS ANGELES California
90015 LOS ANGELES California
90017 FOY California
90017 LOS ANGELES California
90021 LOS ANGELES California
90021 MARKET California
90022 COMMERCE California
90022 E LOS ANGELES California
90022 EAST LOS ANGELES California
90022 LOS ANGELES California
90040 COMMERCE California
90040 CTY OF CMMRCE California
90040 LOS ANGELES California
90071 ARCO California
90071 ARCO PLAZA California
90071 LOS ANGELES California
90091 COMMERCE California
90091 CTY OF CMMRCE California
90091 LOS ANGELES California
90099 BAR CODE TERM ANNEX California
90099 LOS ANGELES California
90099 LOS ANGELES BRM California
90220 COMPTON California
90220 CRYSTAL CITY California
90220 RANCHO DOMINGUEZ California
90220 RNCHO DOMINGZ California
90221 COMPTON California
90221 E RNCHO DMNGZ California
90221 EAST RANCHO DOMINGUEZ California
90222 COMPTON California
90222 ROSEWOOD California
90223 COMPTON California
90224 COMPTON California
90224 RANCHO DOMINGUEZ California
90224 RNCHO DOMINGZ California
90239 DOWNEY California
90240 DOWNEY California
90241 DOWNEY California
90242 DOWNEY California
90247 GARDENA California
90248 GARDENA California
90249 GARDENA California
90601 CITY INDUSTRY California
90601 CITY OF INDUSTRY California
90601 PICO RIVERA California
90601 WHITTIER California
90602 WHITTIER California
90603 WHITTIER California
90604 WHITTIER California
90605 WHITTIER California
90606 LOS NIETOS California
90606 WHITTIER California
90607 WHITTIER California
90608 WHITTIER California
90609 WHITTIER California
90610 LOS NIETOS California
90610 WHITTIER California
90631 LA HABRA California
90631 LA HABRA HEIGHTS California
90631 LA HABRA HGTS California
90631 LA HABRA HTS California
90632 LA HABRA California
90633 LA HABRA California
90637 LA MIRADA California
90650 NORWALK California
90651 NORWALK California
90652 NORWALK California
90660 PICO RIVERA California
90661 PICO RIVERA California
90662 PICO RIVERA California
90670 SANTA FE SPGS California
90670 SANTA FE SPRINGS California
90671 SANTA FE SPGS California
90671 SANTA FE SPRINGS California
90701 ARTESIA California
90701 CERRITOS California
90702 ARTESIA California
90703 ARTESIA California
90703 CERRITOS California
90704 AVALON California
90704 CATALINA California
90704 SANTA CATALINA California
90706 BELLFLOWER California
90707 BELLFLOWER California
90711 LAKEWOOD California
90712 LAKEWOOD California
90713 LAKEWOOD California
90714 LAKEWOOD California
90715 LAKEWOOD California
90716 HAWAIIAN GARDENS California
90716 HAWAIIAN GDNS California
90716 LAKEWOOD California
90720 CYPRESS California
90720 LOS ALAMITOS California
90720 ROSSMOOR California
90721 LOS ALAMITOS California
90723 PARAMOUNT California
90731 FORT MACARTHUR California
90731 FT MACARTHUR California
90731 SAN PEDRO California
90731 TERMINAL ISLAND California
90732 SAN PEDRO California
90733 SAN PEDRO California
90734 SAN PEDRO California
90740 SEAL BEACH California
90742 SUNSET BEACH California
90743 SURFSIDE California
90744 WILMINGTON California
90745 CARSON California
90745 LONG BEACH California
90746 CARSON California
90746 LONG BEACH California
90747 C S U DOM HLS California
90747 CA STATE UNIV DOM HILLS California
90747 CARSON California
90747 LONG BEACH California
90748 WILMINGTON California
90755 LONG BEACH California
90755 SIGNAL HILL California
90755 SIGNAL HL California
90801 LONG BEACH California
90802 LONG BEACH California
90803 BELMONT SHORE California
90803 LONG BEACH California
90803 NAPLES California
90804 EAST LONG BEACH California
90804 LONG BEACH California
90805 LAKEWOOD California
90805 LONG BEACH California
90805 NORTH LONG BEACH California
90806 LONG BEACH California
90807 BIXBY KNOLLS California
90807 LONG BEACH California
90807 SIGNAL HILL California
90808 LONG BEACH California
90809 LONG BEACH California
90810 CABRILLO California
90810 CARSON California
90810 DOMINGUEZ California
90810 LONG BEACH California
90813 LONG BEACH California
90814 LONG BEACH California
90815 LONG BEACH California
90822 LONG BEACH California
90822 LONG BEACH SHARED FIRM California
90831 LONG BEACH California
90832 LONG BEACH California
90833 LONG BEACH California
90834 Long Beach California
90840 C S U LONG BEACH California
90840 CA STATE UNIV LONG BEACH California
90840 LONG BEACH California
90842 DEPARTMENT OF GAS & WATER California
90842 LONG BEACH California
90844 LONG BEACH California
90844 PRESS TELEGRAM California
90846 BOEING California
90846 LONG BEACH California
90847 AARP California
90847 LONG BEACH California
90848 AARP California
90848 AARP PHARMACY California
90848 LONG BEACH California
90853 LONG BEACH California
90895 CARSON California
90895 LAKESHORE LEARNING California
90895 LONG BEACH California
90899 La International Service Ctr California
90899 Long Beach California
92605 HUNTINGTN BCH California
92605 HUNTINGTON BEACH California
92615 HUNTINGTN BCH California
92615 HUNTINGTON BEACH California
92647 HUNTINGTN BCH California
92647 HUNTINGTON BEACH California
92648 BEACH CENTER California
92648 HUNTINGTN BCH California
92648 HUNTINGTON BEACH California
92649 HUNTINGTN BCH California
92649 HUNTINGTON BEACH California
92802 ANAHEIM California
92802 HOLIDAY California
92803 ANAHEIM California
92805 ANAHEIM California
92805 FEDERAL California
92806 ANAHEIM California
92806 SUNKIST California
92812 ANAHEIM California
92814 ANAHEIM California
92815 ANAHEIM California
92816 ANAHEIM California
92817 ANAHEIM California
92817 ANAHEIM HILLS California
92825 ANAHEIM California
92850 ANAHEIM California
92850 HOUSEHOLD FINANCE California
92899 ANAHEIM California

FAQ


Where is area code 562?

The Area code 562 is located in California and includes the following cities:
  • Bellflower
  • Cerritos
  • Downey
  • La Habra
  • La Mirada
  • Lakewood
  • Long Beach
  • Norwalk
  • Paramount
  • Pico Rivera
  • Seal Beach
  • South Whittier
  • West Whittier-Los Nietos
  • Whittier