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Area code 901

Area code 901 covers Memphis, Tennessee. Map, time zone, overlays, carriers, the full list of prefixes and how to dial it.

State: Tennessee Major City: Memphis Eastern Time (ET) Overlay: None
01 / WHERE IT IS

Where is area code 901?

Area code 901 is assigned to Memphis and the surrounding region in Tennessee. Calls to numbers that start with 901 are routed to this area.

Area code 901 is not currently part of an overlay: it serves its territory on its own.

Counties covered

Shelby CountyFayette CountyTipton CountyHardeman County

Line types

  • Mobile 36.56%
  • Landline 63.44%
02 / MAP

Area code 901 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 Memphis

This area code is in the Eastern Time (ET) time zone.

Local timeMemphis, TN--:--:--

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America/New_YorkLive
04 / HOW TO DIAL

How to call Memphis

WITHIN THE US901 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+1 901 XXX XXXX

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

WHATSAPP / IMESSAGE+1 901 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+1 901 555 0123
🇪🇸🇲🇽Spain / Mexico00 1 901 555 0123
🇦🇺Australia0011 1 901 555 0123
🇯🇵Japan010 1 901 555 0123
HAVE THE FULL NUMBER?

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 901

Share of the number blocks by carrier and line type.

Landline

AT&T
49%
Verizon Business
9%
Sinch
8%
Lumen Technologies
7%
Bandwidth
4%
Others
23%

Mobile

AT&T Mobility
40%
T-Mobile USA
29%
Verizon Wireless
16%
USA Mobility
7%
TELETOUCH COMMUNICATIONS
4%
Others
4%

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 901

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

PrefixTypeCityCarrier
(901) 200 Mobile Memphis USA MobilityUSA MOBILITY WIRELESS, INC.
(901) 201 Mobile Memphis Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - TN
(901) 202 Landline Memphis Verizon BusinessMCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC
(901) 203 Landline Memphis InfobipPEERLESS NETWORK OF TENNESSEE, LLC - TN
(901) 205 Landline Memphis Verizon BusinessMCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC
(901) 206 Landline Memphis Metro by T-MobileMETROPCS, INC.
(901) 207 Mobile Memphis T-Mobile USAPOWERTEL MEMPHIS LICENSES, INC.
(901) 208 Mobile Memphis Verizon WirelessCELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - TN
(901) 209 Landline Moscow Lumen TechnologiesLEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - TN
(901) 210 Mobile Memphis T-Mobile USAPOWERTEL MEMPHIS LICENSES, INC.

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07 / FAQ

Frequently asked questions about area code 901

Where is area code 901 used?
Area code 901 serves Memphis and the surrounding area in Tennessee, including Shelby County, Fayette County, Tipton County, Hardeman County.
What city is area code 901 from?
The main city of area code 901 is Memphis, TN.
What time zone is area code 901 in?
Area code 901 is in the Eastern Time (ET) time zone (America/New_York).
Is 901 an overlay area code?
No. Area code 901 is not currently part of an overlay.
How do I call a number with area code 901 from the United States?
Dial the 10 digits: 901 + 7-digit number. For some long-distance calls from a landline you may need to add a 1 first.
How do I call a 901 number from another country?
Dial your country's exit code (or +), then 1, then 901 and the seven-digit number. From a mobile you can use +1 901 XXX XXXX.
Which carriers use area code 901?
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 901 for landlines, mobiles or both?
Both. About 63.44% of the number blocks are landline, 36.56% mobile.
How do I save a 901 number in WhatsApp or my phone?
Save it in international format: +1 901 XXX XXXX. That way WhatsApp, iMessage and Telegram recognize it from any country.
Is it safe to answer calls from area code 901?
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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