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Eugene, OR Area Codes
Eugene is served by 2 area codes (458, 541). Here's which is original, which are overlays, and how to pick one for a new local number.
Last updated October 1, 2026
Area codes serving Eugene
Eugene sits in Oregon, part of the West region and the Pacific Time zone. Its numbers are spread across an overlay of 2 codes that all cover the same ground: 458, 541.
The original code is 541 (in service since 1995). As the area ran low on numbers, regulators added overlay codes on top instead of splitting the city, so longtime residents kept their numbers while new lines received a newer code.
| Code | Area served | In service |
|---|---|---|
| 458 | Oregon outside the northwest corner, including Eugene, Bend and Medford | February 10, 2010 |
| 541 | Oregon outside the northwest corner, including Eugene, Bend and Medford | November 5, 1995 |
Nearby cities sharing these area codes
- Bend
- Medford
- Springfield
- Corvallis
- Albany
- Grants Pass
- Redmond
- Roseburg
- Klamath Falls
- Ashland
- Hermiston
- Pendleton
- Coos Bay
- The Dalles
How to pick an area code for a new number
When you activate a new line in Eugene, the carrier assigns whichever code has numbers available — you usually can't choose. If a specific code matters to you (for example the prestige of 541), ask the carrier whether any blocks remain, or request a number transfer. All codes here dial identically and cost the same.
Dialing in Eugene
Because Eugene is an overlay area, 10-digit dialing is mandatory: always dial the area code plus the seven-digit number, even for a neighbor. See 10-digit dialing and overlay area codes for the background. For every code in Oregon, visit the Oregon area codes page.
Quick answers
Eugene area code FAQ
What area codes does Eugene use?
Eugene, OR is served by 2 area codes: 458, 541.
Which is the original Eugene area code?
541 is the original code for Eugene, in service since 1995; the others were added later for more numbers.
Do I need to dial the area code in Eugene?
Yes. With multiple overlapping codes, 10-digit dialing is required for every call in this area.