Area code 606
Area code 606 serves Ashland and nearby parts of Kentucky, including Pikeville, Somerset and Middlesboro. It crosses a time zone line, so part of the code is on Eastern Time and part is on Central Time.
Ashland, Pikeville, Somerset and most of eastern Kentucky.
Wayne and Clinton counties in the southwest of the code.
Area code 606 at a glance
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| Main city | Ashland |
| Time zone | Eastern Time and Central Time |
| UTC offset | Eastern Time: UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer Central Time: UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 606
- Ashland
- Pikeville
- Somerset
- Middlesboro
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 606 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Because this code spans two time zones, the times below cover only the hours that are allowed in both parts.
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 606 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Central | 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Mountain | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Arizona | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Pacific | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
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Questions about 606
What time zone is area code 606?
Area code 606 crosses a time zone line. Ashland, Pikeville, Somerset and most of eastern Kentucky are on Eastern Time, and Wayne and Clinton counties in the southwest of the code are on Central Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 606?
Area code 606 is in Kentucky. Its main city is Ashland, and it also covers Pikeville, Somerset and Middlesboro.
What are the legal hours to call a 606 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.