In 1990-ish, when I moved from Santa Monica to Dana Point, I also switched my phone number from my Westside 310 prefix to the Dana Point prefix of 949.

As EVERYONE (who lives on the Central Coast) knows, the ruling prefix for everything from beer to clothing has “805” proudly displayed within its branding.

Considering the number of services, software, bank information, and business contacts associated with my 949 number, I decided to stick with 949.

Since San Luis Obispo County is my happy place (at this stage of my life) and I certainly do not “need” another phone number, I decided to try out Google Voice, because I would like to have an 805 number.

Despite having lived on the Central Coast since 2012, having an 805 number makes me feel more "local."

Why not? It’s free. (as of this writing in 2026).

So far, I like it. And no worries if it doesn’t work out.

What’s my new LOCAL 805 number?

‪(805) 242-1565‬

Give a call and test it out. If I recognize your number, I’ll pick it up if I’m online.

If your call goes to voice mail, just let me know within your message if you’d like me to phone you back.