Area Code 402: Comprehensive Guide to Nebraska's Eastern Region
Area code 402 covers the eastern part of Nebraska, including key cities such as Omaha and Lincoln. Established in 1947, it is part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP).
Technical Specifications of Area Code 402
- NPA Code: 402
- Type: Overlay (with area code 531)
- Implementation Date: 1947
- State: Nebraska
Geographic Coverage
Area code 402 encompasses the eastern region of Nebraska, notably including the state capital, Lincoln, and the largest city, Omaha.
Major Cities Covered
- Bellevue: 41.13667°N, -95.89084°W
- Columbus: 41.42973°N, -97.36838°W
- Fremont: 41.43333°N, -96.49808°W
- Hastings: 40.58612°N, -98.38839°W
- Lincoln: 40.8°N, -96.66696°W
- Norfolk: 42.02834°N, -97.417°W
- Omaha: 41.25861°N, -95.93779°W
Numbering and Utilization
- Total Numbers Available: [Data Not Provided]
- Utilization Rate: [Data Not Provided]
- Exhaust Projection: 2010 (projected in 2009)
Telecommunications Infrastructure
Major Carriers
- AT&T
- Verizon
- CenturyLink
- Sprint
Available Services
- Landline
- Wireless
- VoIP
Regulatory Overview
- Regulatory Body: Nebraska Public Service Commission
- Dialing Requirements: Ten-digit dialing mandatory since Spring 2011
- NANPA Regulations: Area code 531 added as an overlay to the 402 service area in 2011
Historical Milestones
- 1947: Area code 402 established, initially covering all of Nebraska.
- 1954: Introduction of area code 308, splitting the state; 402 retained for eastern Nebraska.
- 2011: Area code 531 introduced as an overlay to 402.
Conclusion
Area code 402 is integral to Nebraska's telecommunications, serving the eastern region, including major urban centers like Omaha and Lincoln. Established in 1947 and overlaid with area code 531, it remains a crucial part of the North American Numbering Plan.
For further details, visit the Nebraska Public Service Commission website.