Question 1

What is the area code for Alexandria?

Accepted Answer

The main area code for Alexandria, Virginia is 703. Alexandria is now served by 2 area codes in total: 703, 571.

Question 2

How many area codes does Alexandria have?

Accepted Answer

Alexandria has 2 area codes: 703, 571.

Question 3

Why does Alexandria have more than one area code?

Accepted Answer

As Alexandria used up the numbers available in its original area code (703, in service since 1947), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.

Question 4

How do you dial a Alexandria number?

Accepted Answer

Dial all 10 digits — the area code (703 or 571) followed by the 7-digit local number. From outside the U.S., dial +1, then the area code and number.

Area codes in Alexandria, Virginia

Area codes serving Alexandria