Area Code 856

Camden, New Jersey · EST/EDT (UTC-5) · United States

Area Code
856
City
Camden, NJ
Time Zone
EST/EDT
UTC Offset
UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST
DST
Observed
Introduced
1999

Where Is Area Code 856?

Camden, Cherry Hill, Vineland — southern New Jersey

Across the Delaware from Philadelphia. Campbell Soup HQ.

Major Cities & Neighborhoods
CamdenCherry HillVinelandGloucester

Time Zone for Area Code 856

Standard Time
EST (UTC-5)
Daylight Time
EDT (UTC-4)
DST 2026 Start
March 8, 2026
DST 2026 End
November 1, 2026
Country
United States
IANA Zone
America/New_York

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is area code 856?

Area code 856 is located in Camden, New Jersey (United States). It covers Camden, Cherry Hill, Vineland — southern New Jersey.

What time zone is area code 856 in?

Area code 856 (Camden, New Jersey) is in the EST/EDT time zone. Standard time is UTC-5 and UTC-4 during Daylight Saving Time.

Is area code 856 a scam?

Area code 856 is a legitimate NANPA-assigned code serving Camden, New Jersey. However, scammers can spoof any area code. If you receive an unexpected call from (856), verify the caller before sharing personal information.

What time is it in area code 856 right now?

Area code 856 follows EST/EDT (UTC-5). See the live clock at whattime.city/philadelphia/ for the exact current time in Camden.

When was area code 856 introduced?

Area code 856 was introduced in 1999. Across the Delaware from Philadelphia. Campbell Soup HQ.