Area code 252 covers northeastern North Carolina, including Greenville, Rocky Mount, Elizabeth City, and the Outer Banks. Introduced in 1998 from a split of 919, it serves a largely rural and coastal region known for agriculture, historic towns, and tourism. The area includes military bases and universities, adding to its strategic and cultural importance. Ten-digit dialing is required. Area code 252 is deeply rooted in the traditions of eastern North Carolina and the scenic beauty of the Atlantic coast.
Locations for Area Code - 252
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Greenville
- State: NC
- Population: 90,597
- Latitude: 35.61266, Longitude: -77.36635
- Elevation: 18 m
Havelock
- State: NC
- Population: 20,364
- Latitude: 34.87905, Longitude: -76.90133
- Elevation: 7 m
Kinston
- State: NC
- Population: 21,337
- Latitude: 35.26266, Longitude: -77.58164
- Elevation: 13 m
New Bern
- State: NC
- Population: 30,070
- Latitude: 35.10849, Longitude: -77.04411
- Elevation: 3 m
Rocky Mount
- State: NC
- Population: 55,806
- Latitude: 35.93821, Longitude: -77.79053
- Elevation: 30 m
Wilson
- State: NC
- Population: 49,643
- Latitude: 35.72127, Longitude: -77.91554
- Elevation: 33 m
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