Area code 702 serves the Las Vegas metropolitan area in southern Nevada, including the city of Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and Paradise. It is one of the original area codes created in 1947 and once covered the entire state. As population exploded in the region, it was split in 1998 to create area code 775 and later overlaid with 725 in 2014, requiring ten-digit dialing. Known globally for its entertainment industry, casinos, and tourism, the 702 area code is deeply linked to Las Vegas' brand and identity. It remains a prestigious and highly recognized code, frequently seen in pop culture, advertising, and local pride.