702 Area CodeLas Vegas, NV
Area code 702 covers Las Vegas and nearby communities in Nevada, in the Pacific Time (PT) zone, home to about 2.2 million people across 25 cities. It overlays 725, so the same region uses both and every local call needs all ten digits.
Overview
- Major City
- Las Vegas
- State
- Nevada (NV)
- Timezone
- Pacific Time (PT)
- Current Time
- Overlay
- Yes – shares area with 725
Where is area code 702?
Area code 702 serves part of Las Vegas, NV and the surrounding areas. It has a single overlay (725) that serves the same area.
Overview of the 702 Area Code
What is the 702 area code?
The 702 area code serves Las Vegas, Nevada, alongside other established area codes. When you see a 702 number, it indicates a local number within this geographic area.
Why was area code 702 created?
The 702 area code was introduced as an overlay to add numbers in Las Vegas once the existing area code 725 began to run out of available prefixes. It added a new supply of numbers without requiring current residents to change their existing digits.
Geographic Coverage of the 702 Area Code
The 702 area code serves Las Vegas and surrounding areas in Nevada. It operates within the Pacific Time (PT) time zone. It complements the coverage of area code 725. This area code covers several key cities, including:
- Las Vegas
- Henderson
- North Las Vegas
- Paradise
- Sunrise Manor
- Spring Valley
Got a call from a 702 number? It came from Las Vegas, NV. Since 702 overlays with 725, every local call in the region needs all ten digits to land on the right line. Inside 702, Las Vegas holds about 31% of the population; the rest is split across 24 smaller cities.
Las Vegas Area Codes Overview
Las Vegas is served by multiple area codes, reflecting its telecommunications needs. The 702 area code operates alongside 725. Here are the area codes serving this region:
The introduction of the 702 area code helped prevent number exhaustion, ensuring a continuous supply of phone numbers across the geographic area.
What cities does area code 702 cover?
| City | State | Population | % of Area Code | % of City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | NV | 678,922 | 2% | 100% |
| Henderson | NV | 350,039 | 2% | 100% |
| North Las Vegas | NV | 294,034 | 1% | 100% |
| Paradise | NV | 223,167 | 1% | 100% |
| Sunrise Manor | NV | 189,372 | 0% | 100% |
| Spring Valley | NV | 178,395 | 0% | 100% |
| Enterprise | NV | 108,481 | 1% | 100% |
| Whitney | NV | 38,585 | 0% | 100% |
| Winchester | NV | 27,978 | 0% | 100% |
| Summerlin South | NV | 24,085 | 0% | 100% |
* Sources: Population – U.S. Census Bureau PEP, Vintage 2024 (SUB-IP-EST2024-POP). Area code assignments – NANPA CO Code data. See our data methodology.
Has area code 702 been reported for unwanted calls?
Yes – 976 unwanted-call complaints were reported to the FTC for numbers showing a 702 area code (May 29 – Jul 2, 2026).
- 69% robocalls
- ↑ 16% vs prior period
Most-reported subjects
- Other46%452
- Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)13%125
- Dropped call or no message10%101
* Caller ID is easily spoofed, so these figures reflect the number shown on caller ID, not the caller's true location – an area code alone never identifies a caller. The FTC does not verify the facts in these complaints. Source: FTC Do Not Call (DNC) Reported Calls Data, retrieved 2026-07-05.
Which prefixes and exchanges belong to area code 702?
78% assigned to a telco
- 67% Landline
- 33% Wireless
- 0% Unknown
| Prefix | Usage | Carrier |
|---|---|---|
| (702)200- | Landline | Xo Nevada |
| (702)201- | Wireless | T-Mobile Usa |
| (702)202- | Landline | Comcast Ip Phone |
| (702)203- | Wireless | T-Mobile Usa |
| (702)204- | Wireless | T-Mobile Usa |
| (702)205- | Wireless | T-Mobile Usa |
| (702)206- | Landline | Onvoy |
| (702)207- | Landline | Centurylink |
| (702)208- | Wireless | T-Mobile Usa |
| (702)209- | Wireless | New Cingular Wireless Pcs |
Frequently Asked Questions about the 702 Area Code
Who called me from a 702 number?
A 702 number is assigned to Las Vegas, Nevada, so a call may come from there. But caller ID is easy to fake, and scammers often spoof a local 702 code to look nearby, so a 702 number doesn't prove the caller is local. Recently, 976 unwanted-call complaints were reported to the FTC for numbers showing the 702 code (69% flagged as robocalls). If you don't recognize the number, let it go to voicemail; a real caller will leave a message.
Is 702 a scam area code?
No area code is a scam on its own. 702 is a normal, officially assigned code for Las Vegas, Nevada. Spam callers spoof local codes to raise the odds you answer, so 702 on your caller ID says nothing about who is really calling. Recently, 976 unwanted-call complaints were reported to the FTC for numbers showing the 702 code (69% flagged as robocalls). Judge the call itself, not the area code.
Why do I keep getting calls from the 702 area code?
Repeated calls from different 702 numbers are usually spoofing: a robocaller rotates through 702 numbers so each call looks local and slips past simple blocks. Recently, 976 unwanted-call complaints were reported to the FTC for numbers showing the 702 code (69% flagged as robocalls). Blocking one number rarely helps; voicemail screening, your carrier spam filter, and the Do Not Call Registry work better.
Should I answer an unknown 702 number?
If you aren't expecting a 702 call, let it ring to voicemail. Legitimate callers leave a message, most robocallers hang up when no one picks up, and answering can mark your number as active and bring more calls.
How do I block calls from the 702 area code?
Block a single 702 number from your recent-calls list (iPhone: tap the number, then Block this Caller; Android: tap the number, then Block or report spam). To cut the volume, turn on Silence Unknown Callers on iPhone or spam protection on Android, enable spam filtering from your carrier, and register at DoNotCall.gov. Blocking the entire 702 code also stops legitimate local calls, so use it only as a last resort.
Where is area code 702?
Area code 702 covers Las Vegas and the surrounding area in Nevada, spanning 25 cities with about 2,176,186 residents. It shares its area with overlay code 725.
Is 702 a real area code?
Yes. 702 is an active code in the North American Numbering Plan, assigned by NANPA and in service for Las Vegas, Nevada. A real code can still show up on spoofed spam calls, so treat unknown 702 calls with normal caution.
What timezone is the 702 area code in?
The 702 area code is in the Pacific Time (PT). Because a number can be kept when someone moves or switches to VoIP, a specific 702 caller may not be in that zone.
How do I call a 702 number from abroad?
From outside the US, dial your country's exit code, then 1 (the US country code), then 702 and the seven-digit number. From a mobile phone you can usually just enter +1 702 followed by the number and let the phone add the exit code for you.