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Boost Your Business with an 859 Area Code Virtual Number in Kentucky!

Looking to establish a strong local presence in Kentucky? An 859 area code phone number can help you connect with customers in key cities like Lexington, Richmond, and the surrounding areas.

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What is area code 859?

Area code 859 is located in the central part of Kentucky and serves the Lexington-Fayette area as well as nearby cities like Covington. It was created in 199 as a split from area code 606.
This area code covers 20 countries, which include Fayette, Kenton, Boone, Campbell, Madison, Jessamine, Clark, Boyle, Montgomery, Grant, Woodford, Mercer, Borbon, Harrison, Garrard and many more.

It also covers 50 cities, including Lexintong-Fayette, Covington, Richmond, Florence, Nicholasville, Independence, Winchester, Erlanger, Fort Thomas, Danville, Burlington, Newport, Berea, Oakbrook, Edgewood, Versailles, Paris, Alexandria, Elsmere, and others. Its major city is Lexington-Fayette, which has a population of 322,570.

It falls in the Eastern timezone (ET), also known as America/New York. Other nearby area codes in this area code are 270/364 (Bowling Green, KY), 326/937 (Dayton, OH), 502 (Louisville, KY), 513 (Cincinnati, OH), 606 (Ashland, KY), 812/930 (Evansville, IN), 859 (Lexington-Fayette, KY).

Country

USA

State

Kentucky

Major City

Lexington

Time Zone

Eastern Time Zone(EST)

Telephone Number Format

+1 (859)-XXX-XXXX

Example of 859 phone number

+1 (859)-257-4567

Zip Code

40040-41906

How to get an 859 Area Code Phone Number?

You can purchase an 859 area code phone number from a VoIP service provider like Dialaxy. You can follow these steps.

  • Sign up on the official Dialaxy website or mobile app.

  • Log in to your account and navigate to the dashboard.

  • Select “My Number” from the “Portal” menu.

  • Click on “Buy Number.”

  • Choose the US as your country and select the 859 area code from the list.

  • Complete the payment and submit any required documents.

How does an 859 Area Code Business Phone Number work?

859 business phone number works similarly to other phone numbers assigned to specific to the central part of Kentucky. It serves the Lexington-Fayette area as well as nearby cities like Covington.

You need to dial the 10-digit phone number, which includes the 859 area code and the subscriber’s unique number. The phone network recognizes the 859 area code and routes the call to the appropriate phone company serving that region. The phone company then directs the call to the specific business establishment associated with the 859 number. This might involve connecting to a traditional landline phone on the premises or directing the call to a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) system.

For Example, To dial the University of Kentucky, you need to dial +1 859-257-9000, where +1 is the country code, 859 is the area code of Minnesota, and 257-9000 is a subscriber number.

Who’s doing business in the 859 Area code?

There are many businesses operating within this 859 area code across various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, and technology. There are many other small and medium-sized businesses operating within the 859 area code. If you’re looking for specific types of businesses, it’s best to use online directories.

Some notable companies that have operations or headquarters in the 859 area code include:

Local Numbers
Education

University of Kentucky, Transylvania University, Fayette County Public Schools.

Mobile Phone Numbers
Health

Pikeville Medical Center, University of Kentucky HealthCare, Norton Healthcare.

Toll-free Numbers
Manufacturing

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, Lexmark International.

Toll-free Numbers
Retailer

Fruit of the Loom, The Kentucky Shop, Hamburg Business Center.

Toll-free Numbers
Technology

Next Century Technologies, Red Hawk Technologies, RFX Technologies, NetGain Technologies.

Why Does Your Business Need an 859 Area Code Number?

Local Numbers
Establish a Local Presence in Kentucky

Become a familiar name in the Lexington and northern Kentucky regions by using 859 area code VoIP numbers. Show your commitment to the local market.

Mobile Phone Numbers
Improve Customer Engagement

Win the trust of Kentucky locals with an 859 area code. Boost customer response rates and elevate your sales efforts with local business numbers.

Toll-free Numbers
No Additional Hardware Needed

Start using your 859 area code phone number instantly on any existing device via the Dialaxy app. No need for complex setups or new equipment.

Toll-free Numbers
Advanced PBX Features

Enjoy robust features like call forwarding, unified call management, number sharing, and global calling, all integrated into the Dialaxy platform.

Toll-free Numbers
Build Credibility in Kentucky

Position your business as a trusted local provider in the community. Strengthen customer relationships by using a local 859 area code.

Toll-free Numbers
Scale Your Business Seamlessly

Expand your operations in Kentucky and beyond without the hassle. An 859 area code ensures you remain accessible to local customers while supporting your business growth.

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Phone Numbers

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Global Calling

Connect globally with effortless calls

Extended Reach: Enables businesses to expand their market by reaching international customers.

Flexibility: Allows employees to make international calls from anywhere.

Seamless Communication: Ensures clear and reliable communication with international contacts.

SMS

Enhance communication with SMS capabilities

A2P 10DLC: Register your number in A2P 10DLC to send sms within US and Canada.

Schedule SMS: Schedule SMS as per your customer timezone so they don’t miss an update.

Personalised Messaging: Personalise SMS depending upon your user and its behaviour.

Voicemail

Easily manage messages with Voicemail

Voicemail Recording: Personalized voicemail greetings for different departments

Message Management: Messages are stored in the cloud, allowing for easy access.

Access and Playback: Listen to voicemails from any internet-connected device.

Number Sharing

Enhance collaboration with effortless Number Sharing

Unified communication: With number sharing, multiple devices can use the same phone number.

Convenience: Seamlessly switch between devices without missing calls or texts.

Cost Efficiency: Reduce costs by eliminating the need for multiple phone plans.

Contacts

Effortlessly manage your contacts

Add and delete contact: Add and delete new contacts as the business grows.

Centralized Information: Stores all relevant contact details in one place, making it easy to access and manage.

Improved Organization: Helps organize contacts into groups or categories, enabling better management.

Frequently Asked Questions

Area code 859 is a telephone area code in the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) for the city of Lexington and the central part of Kentucky like Covington, Richmond, and Florence.

Area code 859 is located in the central and northern parts of Kentucky, including the Lexington-Fayette area and surrounding cities: Lexington, Covington, Florence, Independence, Nicholasville, and Richmond.

The 859 area code is located in the Eastern timezone (ET), also known as America/New York.

All the cities and communities in 20 counties have the 859 area code. It has been serving these cities since 2000. Nicholasville, Danville, Edgewood, Elsmere, and Mount Sterling are major cities that it serves.

Area code 859 was designed as a split of area code 606 to serve the north-central parts of Kentucky. It currently serves 20 major counties, including major cities, Covington, Winchester, Newport, Paris, and Francisville.

The zip code of 859 area code ranges from 40040 to 41906. Mackville (Washington County) has the lowest code, 40040, and Migrate (Fayette County) has the highest code, 41906, as Zip codes.

No, 859 is an area code in Kentucky, not California.

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