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Area code 209

Area code 209 covers Modesto, California. Map, time zone, overlays, carriers, the full list of prefixes and how to dial it.

State: California Major City: Modesto Pacific Time (PT) Overlay: 209/350
01 / WHERE IT IS

Where is area code 209?

Area code 209 is assigned to Modesto and the surrounding region in California. Calls to numbers that start with 209 are routed to this area.

Area code 209 shares its territory with 350. Because it is an overlay, local calls require dialing all 10 digits.

Counties covered

San Joaquin CountyStanislaus CountyMerced CountyCalaveras CountyTuolumne CountyAmador CountyFresno CountyMariposa County

Line types

  • Mobile 36.48%
  • Landline 63.52%
02 / MAP

Area code 209 on the map

The shaded area joins the code’s numbering centers; the marker shows its main city.

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03 / LOCAL TIME

Current time in Modesto

This area code is in the Pacific Time (PT) time zone.

Local timeModesto, CA--:--:--

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America/Los_AngelesLive
04 / HOW TO DIAL

How to call Modesto

WITHIN THE US209 XXX XXXX

Always 10 digits — landline, mobile or VoIP. Local, long distance or a different state: the format is always the same. You do not need to dial the 1 first.

FROM ABROAD+1 209 XXX XXXX

Exit codes: 00 Europe/Mexico · 011 Canada · 010 Japan · + universal

WHATSAPP / IMESSAGE+1 209 XXX XXXX

Always save the number in international format so messaging apps recognize it correctly:

Call typeTraditional landlineMobile / VoIP
Local (same area code)10 digits10 digits
US long distance1 + 10 digits10 digits
Emergency911911
🌐Universal+1 209 555 0123
🇪🇸🇲🇽Spain / Mexico00 1 209 555 0123
🇦🇺Australia0011 1 209 555 0123
🇯🇵Japan010 1 209 555 0123
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Learn more about that number.

Check the line type and the carrier the number block was originally assigned to.

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05 / CARRIERS

Carriers in area code 209

Share of the number blocks by carrier and line type.

Landline

AT&T
39%
Sinch
15%
Bandwidth
8%
Lumen Technologies
5%
Metro by T-Mobile
5%
Others
27%

Mobile

AT&T Mobility
45%
Verizon Wireless
25%
T-MOBILE USA
24%
USA Mobility
3%
Sinch
1%
Others
2%

Carrier shown is the original assignment of each number block and may differ today because of number portability.

06 / PREFIXES

Complete list of prefixes for area code 209

784 number blocks (NXX) assigned in this area code.

PrefixTypeCityCarrier
(209) 200 Mobile Lodi T-MOBILE USAT-MOBILE USA, INC.
(209) 201 Mobile Merced AT&T MobilityNEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC
(209) 202 Mobile Turlock Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - CA
(209) 203 Mobile Atwater AT&T MobilityNEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC
(209) 204 Mobile Modesto T-MOBILE USAT-MOBILE USA, INC.
(209) 205 Landline Merced TPx CommunicationsU.S. TELEPACIFIC CORP. DBA TPX COMMUNICATIONS
(209) 206 Mobile Tuolumne AT&T MobilityNEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC
(209) 207 Mobile Tracy Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - CA
(209) 208 Landline Knights Ferry BandwidthBANDWIDTH.COM CLEC, LLC - CA
(209) 209 Landline Modesto SinchONVOY, LLC - CA

Showing 10 of 784 prefixes

07 / FAQ

Frequently asked questions about area code 209

Where is area code 209 used?
Area code 209 serves Modesto and the surrounding area in California, including San Joaquin County, Stanislaus County, Merced County, Calaveras County, Tuolumne County.
What city is area code 209 from?
The main city of area code 209 is Modesto, CA.
What time zone is area code 209 in?
Area code 209 is in the Pacific Time (PT) time zone (America/Los_Angeles).
Is 209 an overlay area code?
Yes. It shares its territory with 350. In an overlay, every call requires dialing all 10 digits.
How do I call a number with area code 209 from the United States?
Dial the 10 digits: 209 + 7-digit number. For some long-distance calls from a landline you may need to add a 1 first.
How do I call a 209 number from another country?
Dial your country's exit code (or +), then 1, then 209 and the seven-digit number. From a mobile you can use +1 209 XXX XXXX.
Which carriers use area code 209?
Most landline blocks belong to AT&T and most mobile blocks to AT&T Mobility. The carrier shown is the original assignment and may differ today because of number portability.
Is area code 209 for landlines, mobiles or both?
Both. About 63.52% of the number blocks are landline, 36.48% mobile.
How do I save a 209 number in WhatsApp or my phone?
Save it in international format: +1 209 XXX XXXX. That way WhatsApp, iMessage and Telegram recognize it from any country.
Is it safe to answer calls from area code 209?
The area code only shows the region a number was assigned to; it does not tell you who is calling. Scammers can fake any area code, so do not share personal or banking information with unknown callers, and let unknown numbers go to voicemail.
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