The 702 area code is the Las Vegas area code. It covers Clark County in southern Nevada, which includes Las Vegas, Henderson and North Las Vegas. It shares the area with 725.
Here is where 702 is used, its time zone, how it went from covering all of Nevada to one county, and how to handle 702 calls you were not expecting.
702 Area Code Quick Facts
| State | Nevada |
| Location | Las Vegas and the rest of Clark County |
| Time zone | Pacific Time (UTC-8, UTC-7 during daylight saving time) |
| In service since | 1947 |
| Type | Original geographic area code |
| Shares its area with | 725 (overlay since May 3, 2014) |
| Toll-free? | No, it is a regular geographic area code |
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Where Is the 702 Area Code Located?
Area code 702 is located in the southern tip of Nevada. It serves Clark County, including:
- Las Vegas
- Henderson
- North Las Vegas
- Boulder City
- Mesquite
- Laughlin
The rest of Nevada, including Reno and Carson City, uses 775.
What Time Zone Is the 702 Area Code In?
Las Vegas is on Pacific Time.
- Pacific Standard Time (PST), UTC-8, in winter
- Pacific Daylight Time (PDT), UTC-7, from mid March to early November
That makes it three hours behind New York and two hours behind Chicago. A quick time check saves you from calling someone at dinner or before breakfast.
History of the 702 Area Code
- October 1947: 702 is created as one of the original area codes. It covers the entire state of Nevada.
- December 12, 1998: the state is split. 702 stays with the Las Vegas area and the rest of Nevada moves to 775.
- May 3, 2014: 725 is added as an overlay, and ten-digit dialing becomes required.
For more than 50 years one code was enough for all of Nevada. The rapid growth of Las Vegas in the 1990s is what forced the split.
Why So Many People Get Calls From 702
Las Vegas hosts tens of millions of visitors a year. Hotels, casinos, show venues, airlines, ride services and restaurants all confirm bookings and follow up by phone or text. If you have recently booked a trip, a 702 call may well be genuine. If you have not, an offer of a free Las Vegas stay is one of the oldest phone scams around.
How to Dial a 702 Number
Local calls in this area are dialed with the area code included.
- From the US or Canada: 1 + 702 + the seven-digit number
- From another country: your exit code + 1 + 702 + the seven-digit number
Is a Call From 702 a Scam?
A 702 number can be a hotel, a conference organizer or a local resident. It is also widely used for free vacation offers, timeshare presentations and prize calls.
Watch for these warning signs:
- Fake bank or card fraud alerts that ask for your PIN or passcode
- Calls about Medicare, health insurance or a car warranty you never asked about
- Messages that claim a family member is in trouble and needs money
- Pressure to stay on the line and act right now
Caller ID can be spoofed, so the number on your screen does not prove where a call comes from.
What to do with an unknown 702 call
- Hang up as soon as a call feels wrong. You do not owe a stranger an explanation.
- Verify the caller through an official number, not the one they give you.
- Block the number.
- Report scam calls at reportfraud.ftc.gov and register at donotcall.gov.
- Forward spam texts to 7726 (SPAM).
How to Get a 702 Phone Number
You do not have to live in Las Vegas to use a 702 number.
- Carriers: new lines in Clark County get 702 or 725. 725 is the more likely one today.
- VoIP and virtual number providers: search by area code, pick a 702 number and forward calls to any phone.
- Toll-free numbers: a better fit if your customers are spread across the country.
Read our guides to virtual phone numbers and the 800 area code.
Area Codes Near 702
| 725 | Same area as 702 |
| 775 | Reno, Carson City and the rest of Nevada |
| 928 | Kingman and Flagstaff, Arizona |
| 435 | St. George, Utah |
| 760, 442 | California desert: Barstow, Needles |
Related guides: 213 area code for Los Angeles, 619 area code for San Diego, 720 area code for Denver.
702 Area Code FAQs
What city is area code 702?
Las Vegas, Nevada. It also covers Henderson, North Las Vegas, Boulder City and Mesquite.
Is Reno in area code 702?
No. Reno has used 775 since December 1998.
What is area code 725?
It is the overlay for the Las Vegas area and has been in use since May 3, 2014.
What time zone is 702?
Pacific Time.
Is 702 a toll-free number?
No. Toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888.
Final Word
The 702 area code covers Las Vegas and Clark County on Pacific Time. It dates from 1947 and has shared its area with 725 since 2014. If you did not book anything, be skeptical of a surprise call from Las Vegas.
