Area code 762 is an overlay of 706, serving northern and western Georgia, including cities such as Augusta, Rome, and Columbus. Introduced in 2006, it supports the numbering needs of a growing region that combines urban centers, military bases, and rural communities. Augusta, known for hosting The Masters golf tournament, is a hub for healthcare and military cybersecurity. Ten-digit dialing is required. 762 may be newer, but it shares in the strong local identity of the broader region covered by 706, helping support Georgia’s expanding population.