(862) Area Code Business Phone Numbers
Grab a local 862 number that connects you to Newark and the surrounding Essex County towns. Introduced in 2001 as an overlay for the busy 973 region, 862 is now everywhere in northern New Jersey.
Get a 862 NumberAbout the 862 Area Code
The 862 area code showed up in 2001 as an overlay for 973, which had been running out of numbers thanks to steady growth across Essex, Passaic, and parts of Morris and Sussex counties. Today the two codes share the same footprint, so a 862 number sits right alongside a 973 number in the same neighborhood. For newer businesses, 862 is often the code you actually get assigned.
Newark itself is home to roughly 313,000 people as of 2025[1], and it anchors a business scene that runs from Prudential's headquarters downtown to the family-owned Portuguese and Brazilian shops of the Ironbound. Newark Liberty International Airport alone drives more than $33.6 billion in annual economic activity across the region[2], which spills over into logistics, hospitality, and professional services throughout the 862 footprint.
Having a 862 or 973 number tells customers you're part of this community, not calling from a distant call center. People in Bloomfield, Clifton, or Montclair are more likely to pick up a local ring, especially when they're weighing a contractor, a clinic, or a shop they haven't tried yet. Tonet lets you claim one in a few minutes without a contract.
Cities Served by the 862 Area Code
The 862 code covers northeastern New Jersey, blanketing Essex and Passaic counties along with pieces of Morris and Sussex. Below are 20 of the cities where a 862 number reads as local.
Business Phone Features Built for Newark
Every 862 number from Tonet comes with the tools a small shop, clinic, or trades business actually uses day to day. No add-on menus or hidden line items.
Auto Attendant
Route callers to the right person or department without hiring a receptionist. Handy when you're juggling jobs across Newark, Clifton, and Paterson in the same afternoon.
Call Recording
Save calls for training, dispute resolution, or just remembering what a customer asked for. Useful for contractors quoting work and clinics confirming appointments.
AI Transcription
Voicemails and recorded calls turn into searchable text, so you can scan them between jobs instead of holding the phone to your ear in a parking lot.
Business SMS
Text customers from your 862 number to confirm appointments, share quotes, or send a quick update. Most people prefer a message over a phone call now.
Mobile App
Answer your 862 line from your cell whether you're at the shop in the Ironbound or on a job site in Wayne. Your personal number stays private.
Daily Billing
Plans start at $10 per user per month, billed daily. Add or remove seats anytime, no annual contract, no early termination fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 862 the same coverage area as 973?
Yes. 862 was added in 2001 as an overlay to 973, so both codes serve the same geographic region across Essex, Passaic, and parts of Morris and Sussex counties. Because of the overlay, all local calls in the area require ten digit dialing.
How much does a 862 business number cost?
Tonet plans start at $10 per user per month, billed daily. Additional phone numbers are $2.50 per month each. There are no contracts, so you can cancel or change plans whenever you want.
Can I keep my current 973 or 862 number if I switch?
Yes. If you already have a business number in the 862 or 973 area, you can port it to Tonet at no extra cost. The transfer usually takes a few business days and your number keeps ringing while it moves.
Will a 862 number work if my business is outside Newark?
Absolutely. You can use a 862 number from anywhere, and it will still show up as a local caller ID for customers in Newark, Montclair, Paterson, and the rest of the region. Many businesses in the area pick 862 or 973 to signal they're rooted locally.
Do I need special hardware to use a 862 number with Tonet?
No. Tonet runs over the internet, so you can use the mobile app, a desktop app, or a standard IP desk phone. If you have an existing VoIP phone, chances are it will just work.
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