Area Code 863 Information
Area Code | 863 |
Population | 242825 |
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: | 1999-09-20 |
Planning Letter(s): | 180 |
Location: | FL |
Country: | US |
Time Zone: | E |
Parent NPA: | 941 |
Area code 863 was established in September 1999 as a split from Area Code 941. It encompasses the Heartland, interior, or the non-coastal part of central Florida region. Major cities and towns within this jurisdiction include Lakeland, Winter Haven, Sebring, Lake Wales, Avon Park, Clewiston, Bartow, and many more. It is even referred to as the "Heartland Area Code."
Zip Codes within Area Code 863
The territory covered by Area Code 863 is vast, comprising several zip codes. Notable among these are 33801, 33802, 33803, 33804, and 33805, belonging to Lakeland. Winter Haven covers zip codes 33880, 33881, 33882, 33883, and 33884. Bartow, Avon Park, and Sebring have zip codes ranging from 33830, 33870, and 33875, respectively. On the other hand, Lake Wales includes 33853 and 33859.
Population
As per U.S. Census Bureau data, Area Code 863 covers approximately 1.64 million people. The region is diverse, with different ethnic, cultural, and age groups represented. As of 2019, about 18.4% of the population were under 18, while those aged 65 and older comprised 26.2%. The distribution leans more towards women at around 50.9% than men at 49.1%.
Geographical Features
Florida's Heartland, represented by Area Code 863, showcases a variety of geographical features and landmarks, such as the Peace River, Lake Okeechobee - the largest freshwater lake in Florida, and Kissimmee River, among others. It is rich in nature reserves, state parks, and lakes, adding a serene and rural charm to Florida's otherwise bustling image.
Economy
Regarding economic activities, the Area Code 863 region thrives on industries like agriculture, manufacturing, hospitality, and health care. Agriculture is a considerable regional employer, given the large cattle ranches, citrus groves, and vegetable farms.
Education & Institutions
Area Code 863 is home to various educational institutions ranging from primary to higher education. Polk State College, South Florida State College, and Florida Polytechnic University are prominent academic institutions in this area. The region also boasts numerous healthcare facilities like Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center and Winter Haven Hospital.
Area Code Zipcodes
Zipcode | City | State |
33440 | CLEWISTON | Florida |
33471 | MOORE HAVEN | Florida |
33801 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33802 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33803 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33804 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33805 | GIBSONIA | Florida |
33805 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33806 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33807 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33809 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33810 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33811 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33812 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33813 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33815 | LAKELAND | Florida |
33820 | ALTURAS | Florida |
33823 | AUBURNDALE | Florida |
33825 | AVON PARK | Florida |
33826 | AVON PARK | Florida |
33827 | BABSON PARK | Florida |
33827 | HILLCREST HEIGHTS | Florida |
33827 | HILLCREST HTS | Florida |
33830 | BARTOW | Florida |
33831 | BARTOW | Florida |
33834 | BOWLING GREEN | Florida |
33835 | BRADLEY | Florida |
33836 | DAVENPORT | Florida |
33837 | DAVENPORT | Florida |
33838 | DUNDEE | Florida |
33839 | EAGLE LAKE | Florida |
33840 | EATON PARK | Florida |
33841 | FORT MEADE | Florida |
33843 | FROSTPROOF | Florida |
33844 | HAINES CITY | Florida |
33845 | HAINES CITY | Florida |
33846 | HIGHLAND CITY | Florida |
33847 | HOMELAND | Florida |
33849 | KATHLEEN | Florida |
33850 | LAKE ALFRED | Florida |
33851 | LAKE HAMILTON | Florida |
33852 | LAKE PLACID | Florida |
33853 | LAKE WALES | Florida |
33854 | LAKE WALES | Florida |
33854 | LAKESHORE | Florida |
33855 | INDIAN LAKE ESTATES | Florida |
33855 | INDIAN LK EST | Florida |
33855 | LAKE WALES | Florida |
33856 | LAKE WALES | Florida |
33856 | NALCREST | Florida |
33857 | LORIDA | Florida |
33859 | LAKE WALES | Florida |
33860 | MULBERRY | Florida |
33862 | LAKE PLACID | Florida |
33863 | NICHOLS | Florida |
33867 | LAKE WALES | Florida |
33867 | RIVER RANCH | Florida |
33868 | POLK CITY | Florida |
33870 | SEBRING | Florida |
33871 | SEBRING | Florida |
33872 | SEBRING | Florida |
33873 | WAUCHULA | Florida |
33875 | SEBRING | Florida |
33876 | SEBRING | Florida |
33877 | WAVERLY | Florida |
33880 | ELOISE | Florida |
33880 | JPV | Florida |
33880 | WAHNETA | Florida |
33880 | WINTER HAVEN | Florida |
33881 | FLORENCE VILLA | Florida |
33881 | WINTER HAVEN | Florida |
33882 | WINTER HAVEN | Florida |
33883 | WINTER HAVEN | Florida |
33883 | WINTER HVN | Florida |
33884 | CYPRESS GARDENS | Florida |
33884 | CYPRESS GDNS | Florida |
33884 | WINTER HAVEN | Florida |
33885 | FLORENCE VILL | Florida |
33885 | FLORENCE VILLA | Florida |
33885 | WINTER HAVEN | Florida |
33888 | STATE FARM INS | Florida |
33888 | WINTER HAVEN | Florida |
33890 | ZOLFO SPRINGS | Florida |
33897 | DAVENPORT | Florida |
33898 | HIGHLAND PARK | Florida |
33898 | LAKE WALES | Florida |
33920 | ALVA | Florida |
33920 | BABCOCK RANCH | Florida |
33930 | FELDA | Florida |
33935 | FORT DENAUD | Florida |
33935 | FT DENAUD | Florida |
33935 | LA BELLE | Florida |
33935 | LABELLE | Florida |
33944 | PALMDALE | Florida |
33960 | VENUS | Florida |
33972 | LEHIGH | Florida |
33972 | LEHIGH ACRES | Florida |
33975 | LABELLE | Florida |
34265 | ARCADIA | Florida |
34266 | ARCADIA | Florida |
34266 | LAKE SUZY | Florida |
34266 | SIDELL | Florida |
34267 | FORT OGDEN | Florida |
34267 | FT OGDEN | Florida |
34268 | NOCATEE | Florida |
34269 | ARCADIA | Florida |
34269 | LAKE SUZY | Florida |
34758 | KISSIMMEE | Florida |
34758 | POINCIANA | Florida |
34759 | KISSIMMEE | Florida |
34759 | POINCIANA | Florida |
34972 | BASINGER | Florida |
34972 | OKEECHOBEE | Florida |
34972 | YEEHAW | Florida |
34972 | YEEHAW JUNCTION | Florida |
34973 | OKEECHOBEE | Florida |
34974 | OKEECHOBEE | Florida |