The 239 area code is a telephone prefix associated with the southwest portion of Florida, covering not only the Everglades National Park in Mainland Monroe County but also another four counties in this zone.
At being the only dialing code running in this area, this prefix has great value for the inhabitants of Southwest Florida.
Since its introduction, the 239 area code has been relevant for the development of economic activities and telecommunications inside this zone. As Florida is an important hub for business and tourism, it requires several dialing numbers to guarantee the perfect functioning of this service in the whole territory.
1. History
The telephone prefix 239 is the most recent area code added to Florida by AT&T and the Bell System, as part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) in 2003.
This area code emerged as a split from the prefix 941, Introduced on March 3, 1996. The codification 941 doesn’t possess an overlay and covers the regions of North Port, Port Charlotte, and Sarasota. Also, it used to serve Lee and Collier County, which at the moment owns the number 239.
The state of Florida disposes of 18 area codes, becoming the fourth state of the country using the most area codes, after California (36), Texas (28), and New York (19). The first codification established in Florida was the prefix 305 in 1947, which encompassed the entire region.
2. Location
The State of Florida lies in the Southeastern region of the United States. This region is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east, by the Gulf of Mexico to the west, to the North by Alabama, and by the Straits of Florida to the south. Moreover, Florida has two time zones, the Central Time in the western panhandle, and the Eastern Time for the rest of the state.
With an estimated population of 21, 48 million inhabitants, Florida is the third-most populous state of the country and the 22nd most extensive. As the most populous county appears Miami-Dade County, located in the southeastern area.
The southwest portion of the state represents a tourism industry for the area. This zone well known for its tropical landscapes and beaches, it’s frequently visited by residents and travelers
The area code 239 covers 3597.21 square miles and 73 non-unique postal area zip codes. Also, it encloses 5 counties, including small portions of Hendry and Charlotte.
Adjacent codes
As we mentioned before, the 239 area has not to overlay and remains the only codification in its zone. However, Florida disposes of another 17 area codes serving inside its territory.
The most populated prefix is the original one 305 with more than 2.1 million users. This code covers the southern region and the largest county in the state (Miami-Dade County). Furthermore, 305 contains a single overlay, the prefix 786, which covers the same area.
Another relevant codification for the state is the 407 area code, designated principally on Orlando, adding Seminole, Orange, and Osceola counties. This code is a split from the 305 area code and its overlay is the 689. Also, its coverage is near the 561 area code of Palm Beach.
Out of the state, the most relevant prefix is the 770 area code in Atlanta.
3. Most Important Locations in the 239 Area Code
Cape Coral Lehigh Acre
Cape Coral is the largest city between Tampa and Miami and the most populous in Lee County. It is home to more than 183.942 inhabitants and covers a total area of 120 square miles. This large peninsula delimited in the south and east with the Caloosahatchee River and in the west with Matlacha Pass.
Created in 1957, when the brothers Leonard and jack Russell, natives from Baltimore, purchased a 100-square-mile plus tract of land know as Redfish point. Some refer to this city as “Waterfront Wonderland” by its 400 miles of canals; most of them are navigable and possess access to the Gulf of Mexico and the Caloosahatchee River.
The principal attractions for this zone are its beautiful beaches, being the most famous the one located at Yacht Club Community Park.
Cape Coral disposes of 8 ZIP codes: 33904, 33909, 33910, 33914, 33915, 33990, 33991 and 33993.
Lehigh Acre
This city part of the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area, is located in Eastern Lee County and east of the Hendry County line.
Lehigh Acre is the county seat and the second-most populated place of its county, with an estimated 123.378 residents. Incorporated in the 50’s decade, it is a frequented location by fishers, thanks to its more than 311 miles of canals.
Covered by the area code 239, this region owns 7 ZIP codes: 33936, 33970, 33971, 33972, 33973, 33974, and 33976.
4. Other Important Districts and ZIP Codes of the 239 Area Code
The 239 area code encloses 5 counties and more than 50 cities, districts, and neighborhoods, including:
- Collier County: formed in 1923, this county has an approximate population of 902 residents. It is ranked as the largest county in Florida by land area and the fourth-largest by total area. Its county seat is East Naples and encloses 26 ZIP codes.
- Lee County: this county comprises the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area. Since its creation in 1887, this location has been a crowded region. Today, Lee County is a popular tourist area in Southwest Florida and encompasses 36 ZIP codes.
- Broward County: with an estimated population of 770people, Broward County’s seat is Key West Monroe County established in 1823, has a total area of 3,738 square miles and comprises the Key West Micropolitan Statistical Area. Also, it covers a total of 9 ZIP codes.
Main Postal and Shipping Services
- US Post Office, Cape Coral, FL - +1 239-257-1395
- Pak-n-Ship of SWFL, Naples, FL - +1 239-596-2477
- Mailbox Shipping & Comm, Fort Myers, FL - +1 239-482-5655
- Southwest Direct, Fort Myers, FL - +1 239-768-9588
5. FAQs
How Many Area Codes Are There in Oregon?
Florida has 18 area codes covering the entire state.
Can I Use the 503 Prefix on a Cellphone?
Florida establishes a specific codification for cell phones, depending on the user's city.
What is the most used area code in Florida?
The area code 305 with more than 2.1 million users