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Economic Overview
The 920 area code region features a diverse economy with strengths in manufacturing, paper production, agriculture, food processing, and shipbuilding. Major employers include Fox Valley paper mills, Oshkosh Corporation (specialty vehicles), and healthcare systems like Aurora and ThedaCare. Tourism is significant in areas like Door County, known for its scenic beauty and recreation.
Geographical Overview
Area code 920 serves northeastern Wisconsin, encompassing cities such as Green Bay, Appleton, Oshkosh, Fond du Lac, Manitowoc, Sheboygan, and the Door Peninsula. It covers all or parts of Brown, Calumet, Dodge, Door, Fond du Lac, Green Lake, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Outagamie, Sheboygan, Waupaca, Waushara, and Winnebago counties.
Location Info
The 920 area code forms a broad arc around the western shore of Lake Michigan, stretching from the southern edge near Sheboygan and Fond du Lac northward to the tip of Door County, and westward to Oshkosh and Appleton. It does not include the Milwaukee or Madison metropolitan areas, focusing instead on mid-sized cities and rural communities in eastern Wisconsin.
Population Demographics
The population within the 920 area code is predominantly White, with a growing Hispanic and Hmong presence, especially in urban areas. The region has a mix of urban, suburban, and rural populations, with Green Bay and Appleton as the largest urban centers. The area features a relatively high proportion of families and older adults compared to national averages.
Time Zone Info
Area code 920 is entirely within the Central Time Zone (CT).
Other Area Code Details
The 920 area code was created in 1997 as a split from the 414 area code. The region is home to the NFL's Green Bay Packers, the EAA AirVenture airshow in Oshkosh, and the popular Door County tourist destination known for its lighthouses and cherry orchards.
