Mississippi area codes: full list with cities and how to dial
Mississippi has roughly 2.9 million residents, and its phone numbers are organized into 4 area codes under the North American Numbering Plan. Mississippi is served by 4 active geographic area codes, anchored by 601 in the Jackson area. Central and southern Mississippi uses an overlay; the rest of the state uses single area codes. Every Mississippi number is dialed as +1, then the three-digit area code, then a seven-digit local number. With Phonecall you can call any Mississippi landline or mobile straight from your browser. There is no app to install, no SIM, and no subscription. You see the per-minute rate before you dial, billing is by the second, and your first call is free.
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4 active geographic area codes in service across Mississippi.
| Area code | Primary cities and region | Example number |
|---|---|---|
| 601 | Central and southern Mississippi: Jackson, Hattiesburg, Meridian (overlay of 601/769) | +1 (601) 555-0100 |
| 769 | Central and southern Mississippi (overlay of 601) | +1 (769) 555-0100 |
| 662 | Northern Mississippi (Tupelo, Columbus, Greenville, Southaven) | +1 (662) 555-0100 |
| 228 | Gulf Coast (Biloxi, Gulfport, Pascagoula) | +1 (228) 555-0100 |
Example numbers use the reserved 555-0100 range and are for illustration only.
How to call Mississippi from abroad
Every Mississippi phone number is part of the +1 North American calling zone. To reach one from outside the United States, dial three parts in order:
- 1. Your exit code, then +1 — the US country code.
- 2. The three-digit area code — for example 601 for the Jackson area.
- 3. The seven-digit local number.
Example, full international format:
+1 (601) 555-0100
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Why Mississippi has multiple area codes
Central and southern Mississippi uses an overlay; the rest of the state uses single area codes.
When a region runs low on available numbers, the phone system adds capacity in one of two ways. A split divides the old region geographically and gives part of it a brand-new area code. An overlay keeps the existing code and layers a second one on top of the same area, which is why a single city can have several area codes and why ten-digit dialing becomes the norm. Either way, the number you dial always stays the same length: +1, the area code, then seven digits.
4
active area codes
~2.9 million
residents (approx.)
Jackson
largest city
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Mississippi area codes: frequently asked questions
What is the main area code for Jackson?
Jackson, the largest city in Mississippi, is primarily served by area code 601 (Central and southern Mississippi: Jackson, Hattiesburg, Meridian (overlay of 601/769)). Mississippi has 4 area codes in total, listed in full above.
How do I dial a Mississippi number from another country?
Dial your international exit code, then +1 (the US country code), then the three-digit Mississippi area code, then the seven-digit local number. With Phonecall you just enter the number in international format and we connect the call from your browser, from $0.03/min.
How many area codes does Mississippi have?
Mississippi currently has 4 active geographic area codes in service. Central and southern Mississippi uses an overlay; the rest of the state uses single area codes.