What You Need to Know About Area Code 863
Area code 863 is designated for the south-central region of Florida, including the Heartland and Polk County. It covers key cities such as Lakeland, Bartow, Winter Haven, Lake Wales, and Okeechobee City.
The Evolution of Area Code 863
Originally part of area code 305, area code 863 emerged after several regional splits. In 1999, it was officially established to serve its current region, following the reassignment of area code 941 to coastal counties.
Counties and Regions Served by Area Code 863
Area code 863 covers the entire regions of Polk, Hardee, Highlands, Glades, and Hendry counties. It also includes most areas of De Soto and Okeechobee counties, with smaller sections in Hillsborough and St. Lucie counties.