Area code 262
Area code 262 serves Kenosha and nearby parts of Wisconsin, including Racine, Waukesha and West Bend. It is on Central Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 262 at a glance
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
| Main city | Kenosha |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 262
- Kenosha
- Racine
- Waukesha
- West Bend
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call a 262 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Here is that window for a 262 number, shown in your own time zone.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 262 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Central | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Mountain | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Arizona | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Pacific | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
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Questions about 262
What time zone is area code 262?
Area code 262 is on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 262?
Area code 262 is in Wisconsin. Its main city is Kenosha, and it also covers Racine, Waukesha and West Bend.
What are the legal hours to call a 262 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.