Area codes in Fayetteville, North Carolina

Fayetteville, North Carolina uses 2 area codes — 910 and 472. The main Fayetteville area code is 910.

Area codes serving Fayetteville

Phone numbers in Fayetteville are written as ten digits — for example (910) 555-0190 — and fall in the Eastern Time zone.

How Fayetteville came to have 2 area codes

The original Fayetteville area code is 910, in service since 1993. As the area ran low on available numbers, an overlay code was added over the same region for new phone lines: 472 (2022). Existing numbers kept their original code — an overlay never forces anyone to change their number — which is why Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?

The main area code for Fayetteville, North Carolina is 910. Fayetteville is now served by 2 area codes in total: 910, 472.

How many area codes does Fayetteville have?

Fayetteville has 2 area codes: 910, 472.

Why does Fayetteville have more than one area code?

As Fayetteville used up the numbers available in its original area code (910, in service since 1993), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.

How do you dial a Fayetteville number?

Dial all 10 digits — the area code (910 or 472) 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.