601 Area Code — Jackson, MS
Area code 601 serves Jackson and 4 other cities in Mississippi. Local time follows America/Chicago. It overlays with 769, 471, so 10-digit dialling is required.
- State
- Mississippi
- Primary city
- Jackson
- Timezone
- America/Chicago
- In service since
- 1947
- Type
- Geographic
Cities Served by 601
The 601 area code covers 5 cities and communities in Mississippi.
- Jackson
- Hattiesburg
- Meridian
- Vicksburg
- Pearl
About Area Code 601
Area code 601 is a North American Numbering Plan (NANP) area code that has been in service since 1947. It is administered by NANPA on behalf of the FCC and serves the Mississippi region anchored on Jackson.
601 now shares its territory with overlay codes (769, 471). 10-digit dialling is required for local calls within this region because the same 7-digit number can be assigned under either code.
Mobile numbers in 601 are portable: a person who moved away from Jackson may still carry a 601 mobile number on their device. If you receive an unexpected call from a 601 number, run it through the reverse lookup tool above for the most accurate, free identification.
If you live or do business in Mississippi, you may also interact with neighbouring or overlay codes (769, 471). See the related codes section below to explore the rest of Mississippi.
Other Mississippi Area Codes
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601 Area Code FAQ
Where is area code 601?
Area code 601 is located in Mississippi, primarily serving Jackson and surrounding cities including Hattiesburg, Meridian, Vicksburg. The region operates on CT (America/Chicago) time.
What state is 601 area code?
601 is a Mississippi area code. It was put into service in 1947 and shares its geographic footprint with overlay codes 769, 471.
Is 601 a scam area code?
601 is a legitimate North American area code allocated by NANPA to Mississippi. Like any geographic area code, scammers sometimes spoof 601 numbers — judge each call by content (urgent demands, unfamiliar transfers) rather than the area code alone. Run the specific number through our reverse lookup if you're unsure.
What time zone does 601 use?
Area code 601 operates on CT (America/Chicago). Numbers in this area code follow standard Mississippi time-zone rules including any daylight-saving transitions for that region.
Can I look up a specific 601 phone number?
Yes. Use the reverse lookup widget above to enter a full 601 number. NumLocation returns the line type (mobile, landline, VoIP), carrier, rate-center city, and any public listings tied to the number — free.
What's the difference between 601 and 769?
601 and 769 cover the same Mississippi geographic area as overlay codes. Calls between them are local, but you must dial all 10 digits. New phone numbers in this region are assigned from either pool depending on what's available with the carrier at signup.