Sitting on the north bank of the Columbia River directly across from Portland, Oregon, Vancouver is the largest city in Southwest Washington and the seat of Clark County. It is covered by the 360 code and Washington’s statewide 564 overlay. This guide breaks down Vancouver’s area codes, the required 10-digit dialing, major ZIP codes, and local scam warnings. (Note: this covers Vancouver, Washington, not Vancouver, Canada.)
Vancouver Area Codes at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Primary Area Code(s) | 360 |
| Overlay Area Code(s) | 564 (statewide) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Time (PT) – PST / PDT |
| Major County | Clark County |
| Dialing Format | 10-digit dialing required |
Area Code Breakdown & District Mapping
360 – Western Washington Code
Area code 360 was created in 1995 when it split from 206, serving western Washington outside the Seattle metro — including Vancouver, Olympia, Bellingham, and the Olympic Peninsula. It is Vancouver’s primary code and anchors Clark County.
564 – Washington Statewide Overlay
Area code 564 is Washington’s statewide overlay, introduced in 2017 to add numbering capacity across the entire state. In fact, 564 was first activated in the 360 region before expanding statewide, so Vancouver was among the earliest areas to see it.
Neighborhoods & Local Coverage
Vancouver’s 360 code covers a city anchored by its revitalized waterfront, where the Vancouver Waterfront district has transformed the Columbia River shoreline into a hub of restaurants and public space. Nearby, the historic Fort Vancouver National Site and the shops of Uptown Village preserve the city’s 19th-century heritage.
Beyond downtown, the same codes reach the Hazel Dell and Salmon Creek areas to the north, the fast-growing Cascade Park and Fisher’s Landing districts to the east, and the surrounding Clark County suburbs like Camas and Battle Ground. Because Washington has no state income tax, Vancouver draws many residents who work across the river in Oregon.
Local Dialing Rules & the Statewide 564 Overlay
Vancouver and all of Washington have required 10-digit dialing for years — always dial the area code plus the 7-digit number. Western Washington uses 360, while the statewide 564 overlay adds new numbers across the same territory. Remember that Portland, just across the river in Oregon, uses a different code, 503/971.
Washington’s 564 code is unusual: rather than overlaying a single region, it is a statewide overlay introduced in 2017 to add capacity across every existing Washington area code. That means a 564 number can be based anywhere in the state, and 10-digit dialing is mandatory everywhere in Washington.
To call Vancouver from outside the United States, dial your country’s exit code, then the U.S. country code +1, followed by the 10-digit number (for example, +1 360 XXX-XXXX). From inside the U.S. and Canada, simply dial 1 before the 10-digit number for long-distance calls.
Major ZIP Codes Covered
The 360 service area spans many of Vancouver’s core ZIP codes, including 98660, 98661, 98662, 98663, 98664, 98682, and 98684.
Spam & Scam Call Warnings in Vancouver
Vancouver residents report spoofed 360 robocalls impersonating utilities like Clark Public Utilities, the IRS, and delivery services. Cross-border confusion scams — and fake-warranty and Medicare robocalls — are also common across Clark County.
| Scam Type | What to Watch For |
|---|---|
| Neighbor Spoofing | Calls that mimic a local 360 prefix to look familiar. |
| Utility / Toll Scams | Threats to shut off power or demand toll payment via gift cards. |
| IRS / Government | Robocalls claiming legal action — agencies never call to demand instant payment. |
Red flag: Any caller who pressures you to pay immediately with gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency is almost certainly running a scam. Hang up and verify through an official number.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Vancouver, WA?
Vancouver, Washington uses area code 360, overlaid by the statewide 564 code.
Is Vancouver, WA the same as Vancouver, Canada?
No. Vancouver, Washington (area code 360) sits on the Columbia River across from Portland, Oregon. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada uses area codes 604/778/236 and is an entirely different city.
Do I need to dial 10 digits in Vancouver, WA?
Yes. All local calls in Vancouver and throughout Washington require 10-digit dialing.
What time zone is Vancouver, WA in?
Vancouver observes Pacific Time (PST/PDT), like the rest of Washington and neighboring Portland, Oregon.
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