Question 1

What is the area code for Winston-Salem?

Accepted Answer

The main area code for Winston-Salem, North Carolina is 336. Winston-Salem is now served by 2 area codes in total: 336, 743.

Question 2

How many area codes does Winston-Salem have?

Accepted Answer

Winston-Salem has 2 area codes: 336, 743.

Question 3

Why does Winston-Salem have more than one area code?

Accepted Answer

As Winston-Salem used up the numbers available in its original area code (336, in service since 1997), additional "overlay" codes were added over the same area so new phone numbers could keep being assigned.

Question 4

How do you dial a Winston-Salem number?

Accepted Answer

Dial all 10 digits — the area code (336 or 743) followed by the 7-digit local number. From outside the U.S., dial +1, then the area code and number.

Area codes in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Area codes serving Winston-Salem