What area code is Jackson, MS?
| City | Jackson, MS |
|---|---|
| State | Mississippi |
| Area codes | 601 and 769 |
| Time zone | Central Time |
| Phone prefixes | 212 in our data |
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Jackson’s area codes
| Area code | Also covers |
|---|---|
| 601 | Jackson, Hattiesburg, Meridian and Vicksburg |
| 769 | Jackson, Meridian, Natchez and Vicksburg |
Other places in area code 601
- Hattiesburg, MS
- Meridian, MS
- Vicksburg, MS
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- Natchez, MS
- Brookhaven, MS
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- Forest, MS
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Questions
- What is the area code for Jackson, Mississippi?
- Jackson uses 2 area codes: 601 and 769. 601 is the original or most common one, and newer numbers can be given 769.
- What time zone is Jackson in?
- Jackson is in Central Time.
- Do I need to dial the area code for a local call in Jackson?
- Yes. Because Jackson has more than one area code, local calls need all 10 digits: the area code plus the 7-digit number.
- How do I call Jackson from another country?
- Dial your country’s exit code (011 from most places, 00 from Europe), then 1, then the area code and number: +1 601 XXX XXXX.