Area code · Georgia
Get a 706 phone number
Unlimited calling and texting.
The 706 area code covers Augusta and a wide stretch of Georgia, including Columbus, Rome, Newnan, and Dalton. A 706 number reads as local to anyone in that part of the state, whether you're selling a couch, texting a match, or reconnecting with family back home. You pick the area code right in the Ghost app and start in minutes.
See why thousands trust Ghost for their virtual phone number
Why choose a 706 virtual phone number?
Look local in Augusta and beyond
If you're selling something, dating, or job hunting in Augusta, Columbus, or Rome, a 706 number signals you're from the area. Buyers and matches trust a familiar area code more than one from out of state.
Stay connected after a move
Relocating away from Augusta, Newnan, or Dalton doesn't mean you have to give up your old number's identity. Keep a 706 number so family and old contacts still see something they recognize.
Separate work from personal life
If your job has you calling or texting people in Columbus or Peachtree City, a second 706 number keeps that traffic off your personal line without changing how you're seen.
Recognized across smaller cities too
706 isn't just Augusta. Kennesaw, LaGrange, and Cartersville all fall under it, so the number reads as regional, not tied to one single town.
Useful for new arrivals
Moving to the area for a job or school? A 706 number helps you fit in faster with landlords, coworkers, and new neighbors who dial local first.
How to get a 706 phone number
- 1
Pick your area code
Choose any 706 area code, or any other US or Canadian code.
- 2
Choose your number
See available numbers instantly and pick the one you like.
- 3
Start calling and texting
Your number works over WiFi or data for everyday calling and texting. No SIM card, no new phone plan.
- 4
Stay in control
Mute it, set it to Do Not Disturb, or delete and replace it whenever you want.
Ghost can't be used for 911 or emergency calls, so keep your regular line for those.
Get My 706 NumberAbout the 706 area code
Area code
706
State
Georgia
Overlay code
762
Cities served
12+
The 706 area code serves Augusta and a broad swath of Georgia, reaching Columbus, Newnan, Peachtree City, Rome, Kennesaw, Dalton, LaGrange, and Cartersville. It's one of the larger geographic codes in the state, covering both mid-size cities and smaller communities.
706 shares its region with the overlay code 762, meaning both codes serve the same area rather than splitting it geographically. You may see either prefix on numbers throughout Augusta and the surrounding cities.
The entire 706 region sits in the Eastern time zone. Calling between Augusta, Columbus, Rome, and the other cities in the code means no time zone math, just straightforward local-feeling calls.
Coverage from public numbering and census data. Sources
Local economy
Why do business in Augusta?
The 706 region blends a major medical hub in Augusta with manufacturing and textile centers spread across northwest Georgia.
Healthcare
Augusta anchors a significant healthcare and medical research presence, drawing workers and patients from across the region.
Manufacturing
Cities like Dalton and Rome have long-standing manufacturing bases, including flooring and textile production that employs people throughout the area.
Education
Colleges and universities across Augusta and Columbus support a steady population of students, faculty, and staff who rely on local numbers.
706 numbers by city
Frequently asked questions
How fast can I get a 706 phone number?
You can get one in minutes through the Ghost app. Pick 706 as your area code, choose an available number, and it's ready to use for calling and texting.
Which cities use the 706 area code?
706 covers Augusta and extends to Columbus, Newnan, Peachtree City, Rome, Kennesaw, Dalton, LaGrange, and Cartersville.
What does Ghost cost?
Ghost Premium is $60 every 2 months and includes 5 phone numbers, unlimited calling and texting in the US and Canada, your choice of area code, and the ability to delete and replace your number. Cancel anytime. No contracts.
Can I keep my 706 number if I move away?
Yes. Since your Ghost number isn't tied to a physical SIM or address, you can keep your 706 number wherever you end up living.
Ready for your 706 number?
Pick a 706 (or 762) number and start calling and texting in minutes.
Get My 706 Number