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The 843 area code covers Charleston and the South Carolina Lowcountry, including Mount Pleasant, Summerville, Myrtle Beach, and Hilton Head Island. It's a number that reads as local to anyone in that region, whether you're texting a buyer, a date, or a new landlord. You can pick 843 right in the Ghost app and start using it in minutes.
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Why choose a 843 virtual phone number?
Look local to Charleston buyers
If you're selling furniture, a car, or anything else online, a 843 number tells local buyers you're actually in the area. That builds trust before they even reply.
Dating in the Lowcountry
Matches in Charleston, Mount Pleasant, or Summerville are more likely to respond to a number that looks like theirs. An out-of-area code can raise questions before you've even said hello.
Moving to the region
If you're relocating to Charleston, North Charleston, or Goose Creek, an 843 number lets you settle in and look established from day one, even before you've unpacked.
Job hunting in Charleston or Myrtle Beach
Employers and recruiters in the area often notice a local number. It signals you're already here or planning to be, without you having to explain anything.
Keep the number after you leave
If you move away from Charleston or Hilton Head Island but still have friends, family, or business ties there, you can keep the 843 number instead of losing that connection.
Separate work and life
Use an 843 number for local errands, listings, or side projects in the Charleston area while keeping your personal number private and separate.
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Get My 843 NumberAbout the 843 area code
Area code
843
State
South Carolina
Overlay code
854
Cities served
12+
The 843 area code serves Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Summerville, Goose Creek, Florence, Myrtle Beach, and Hilton Head Island. It covers a wide stretch of coastal and inland South Carolina, from the historic Charleston peninsula to the beaches of the Grand Strand.
The region is also served by the overlay code 854, which was added to provide more numbers to the same area. Both codes work side by side across Charleston and the surrounding Lowcountry, so a 843 number is treated the same as one with the newer overlay.
The whole area runs on Eastern Time. Calling and texting between Charleston, Myrtle Beach, and Hilton Head Island all fall in the same time zone, so there's no need to think about time differences within the region.
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Local economy
Why do business in Charleston?
The Charleston metro anchors a coastal South Carolina economy built around its harbor, its visitors, and a growing base of hospitals and clinics stretching from Summerville to Myrtle Beach.
Tourism and hospitality
Charleston's historic district and the beaches around Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head Island draw steady visitor traffic, supporting hotels, restaurants, and tour operators throughout the region.
Port and logistics
Charleston's harbor has long made it a shipping and logistics hub, with warehousing and distribution work extending into North Charleston and Goose Creek.
Healthcare
Hospitals and medical centers in Charleston and Florence serve patients across the Lowcountry and Pee Dee regions, making healthcare a steady source of local jobs.
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Frequently asked questions
How fast can I get a 843 phone number?
You can pick an 843 number in the Ghost app and start calling and texting within minutes. There's no waiting on paperwork or in-person setup.
Which cities use the 843 area code?
The 843 area code covers Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Summerville, Goose Creek, Florence, Myrtle Beach, and Hilton Head Island.
Do I need to live in Charleston to get an 843 number?
No. You can choose an 843 number in the Ghost app no matter where you actually live, which is useful if you're moving to the area, doing business there, or just want a local-looking number.
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.
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