AREA CODE
Area Code 601: Jackson / Southwest Mississippi
StateMississippi
CitiesJackson, Hattiesburg, Meridian
TimezoneCentral
601
Jackson / Southwest Mississippi
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Area code 601 covers Jackson / Southwest Mississippi in Mississippi. The region operates on Central Time.
Frequently asked questions about area code 601
Area code 601 is in Jackson / Southwest Mississippi, Mississippi. Numbers that start with 601 are based in Jackson, Hattiesburg, Meridian.
Area code 601 covers Jackson / Southwest Mississippi in Mississippi. The primary cities served include Jackson, Hattiesburg, Meridian.
Area code 601 is primarily associated with Jackson, along with Hattiesburg, Meridian. It serves the broader Jackson / Southwest Mississippi area.
Area code 601 is in Mississippi (MS). Mississippi has 4 area codes in total.
Area code 601 operates in the Central Time Zone. Keep this in mind when scheduling calls with contacts in the Jackson / Southwest Mississippi area.
No, area code 601 is the primary area code for Jackson / Southwest Mississippi in Mississippi. It is not an overlay code.
For calls from outside Mississippi, always dial the full 10-digit number. For local calls within Mississippi, requirements may vary by carrier, check with your provider.
No, area code 601 is a local geographic area code, not a toll-free number. Standard call charges apply based on your carrier plan. Toll-free area codes include 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877, and 888.
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