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

FAQ


Where is area code 863?

The Area code 863 is located in Florida and includes the following cities:
  • Lakeland
  • Winter Haven