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The 860 area code is the telephone numbering plan code for the state of Connecticut. It was the first area code, established in 1995, to ensure enough phone number availability for the entire state. Prior to the 860 area code, the entire state of Connecticut was served by the 203 area code.
In order to make sure there were enough phone numbers for the entire state, Connecticut was divided into two area codes in 1995. These two area codes are the 203 and 860. Every telephone number in Connecticut originating from a landline or cell phone has an 860 area code and a seven-digit local number. This area code system was introduced to ensure more numbers were available for businesses and homes in the region.
The Connecticut area codes are managed by the North American Numbering Plan, which is responsible for phone number assignment and area code designation throughout the United States. The numbering plan utilizes a three-digit area code and seven-digit local number, respectively. The 860 area code is used in Connecticut as well as some parts of Massachusetts.