Area codes in Durham, North Carolina
Durham, North Carolina uses 2 area codes — 919 and 984. The main Durham area code is 919.
Area codes serving Durham
Phone numbers in Durham are written as ten digits — for example (919) 555-0190 — and fall in the Eastern Time zone.
How Durham came to have 2 area codes
The original Durham area code is 919, in service since 1954. As the area ran low on available numbers, an overlay code was added over the same region for new phone lines: 984 (2012). Existing numbers kept their original code — an overlay never forces anyone to change their number — which is why Durham 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 Durham?
The main area code for Durham, North Carolina is 919. Durham is now served by 2 area codes in total: 919, 984.
How many area codes does Durham have?
Durham has 2 area codes: 919, 984.
Why does Durham have more than one area code?
As Durham used up the numbers available in its original area code (919, in service since 1954), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.
How do you dial a Durham number?
Dial all 10 digits — the area code (919 or 984) 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.