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Get a real West Virginia phone number with a 304 or 681 area code, right from your iPhone. Both codes cover the whole state, so your number looks and feels local no matter where you are in West Virginia. Pick your number and start calling and texting in minutes.
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Why choose a West Virginia virtual phone number?
Sell locally without handing out your real number
Listing furniture or a truck on a local marketplace? A 304 or 681 number lets buyers reach you without giving strangers your personal line.
Dating with a number that matches the state
Meeting people around Charleston, Huntington, or Morgantown feels more natural when your number carries a familiar West Virginia area code instead of an out-of-state one.
Moving in or moving around the state
West Virginia's mountains and small towns mean people relocate often for work. A local number tells landlords and neighbors you're already part of the area.
Job hunting with a local presence
Applying for work in Charleston or elsewhere in the state? A 304 or 681 number on your resume signals you're reachable and rooted here.
Keep your old number when you leave
If you move out of West Virginia but want to stay reachable to old contacts and family, keep a second number with a 304 or 681 code active on the side.
Separate work from personal life
Give clients or coworkers a West Virginia number that's separate from your personal line, so you can turn off work texts without switching phones.
How to get a West Virginia phone number
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Pick your area code
Choose any West Virginia area code, or any other US or Canadian code.
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Choose your number
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Start calling and texting
Your number works over WiFi or data for everyday calling and texting. No SIM card, no new phone plan.
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Stay in control
Mute it, set it to Do Not Disturb, or delete and replace it whenever you want.
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Get My West Virginia NumberMost popular West Virginia virtual phone numbers
Pick the area code your contacts recognize. Every code below is in service in West Virginia today.
| Area code | Serves | |
|---|---|---|
| +1 304 | Charleston | Get a 304 number |
| +1 681 | Charleston | Get a 681 number |
Area code coverage from public numbering and census data. Sources
West Virginia virtual phone number features
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Why do business in West Virginia?
West Virginia's economy leans on a few core industries spread across its mountain communities and river valleys.
Energy
Coal and natural gas have long shaped West Virginia's economy, supporting jobs across mining, drilling, and related transport work statewide.
Healthcare
Hospitals and health systems around Charleston and other regional hubs are major employers, drawing workers from across the state.
Tourism and outdoor recreation
West Virginia's mountains and rivers draw visitors for hiking, whitewater, and state parks, supporting local hospitality and outdoor businesses.
About West Virginia
Area codes in service
2
Population
1,769,979
Time zone
New York
West Virginia is covered by two overlay area codes, 304 and 681. Both apply to the entire state, including Charleston, so either code works no matter which city or county you're calling into.
The whole state runs on the America/New_York timezone, so calls and texts between West Virginia and any other Eastern Time area line up without any adjustment.
West Virginia has a population of 1,769,979 spread across mostly rural and mountainous terrain, which is part of why the state relies on two overlaid area codes instead of splitting the state geographically.
Frequently asked questions
How fast can I get a West Virginia phone number?
You can pick a 304 or 681 number and start using it in minutes. No waiting, no store visit.
Can I choose between the 304 and 681 area codes?
Yes. Both codes cover all of West Virginia, so you can pick whichever one you prefer when you set up your number.
Do I need a new phone or SIM card to use a West Virginia number?
No. Your West Virginia number runs through the Ghost app on your existing iPhone, alongside your personal number.
What does Ghost cost?
Ghost Premium is $60 every 2 months and includes 5 phone numbers, unlimited calling and texting in the US and Canada, your choice of area code, and the ability to delete and replace your number. Cancel anytime. No contracts.
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