Area codes in Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, North Carolina uses 2 area codes — 704 and 980. The main Charlotte area code is 704.
Area codes serving Charlotte
Phone numbers in Charlotte are written as ten digits — for example (704) 555-0190 — and fall in the Eastern Time zone.
How Charlotte came to have 2 area codes
The original Charlotte area code is 704, in service since 1947. As the area ran low on available numbers, an overlay code was added over the same region for new phone lines: 980 (2001). Existing numbers kept their original code — an overlay never forces anyone to change their number — which is why Charlotte now uses all 2 codes and every local call is dialed with ten digits.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the area code for Charlotte?
The main area code for Charlotte, North Carolina is 704. Charlotte is now served by 2 area codes in total: 704, 980.
How many area codes does Charlotte have?
Charlotte has 2 area codes: 704, 980.
Why does Charlotte have more than one area code?
As Charlotte used up the numbers available in its original area code (704, in service since 1947), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.
How do you dial a Charlotte number?
Dial all 10 digits — the area code (704 or 980) followed by the 7-digit local number. From abroad, dial +1, then the area code and number.
Sourced from the official NANPA (North American Numbering Plan Administrator) numbering database, current as of August 2, 2026. Refreshed monthly.