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470 area code

Where the 470 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 470 number from anywhere.

CoversAtlanta, GeorgiaTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 470 area code is in Atlanta, Georgia, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 470 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateGeorgia
Main areaAtlanta
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since13-Feb-2001

The 470 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Atlanta, Georgia. It has been in service since 13-Feb-2001 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 470 shares its region

Several area codes cover the same geographic area, so two neighbours can have different codes. Because of the overlay, you must dial all 10 digits (area code + number) even for local calls.

470404678770943

How to dial a 470 number

From abroad+1 470 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 470 555-0123
Locally (same area)470 555-0123

Other Georgia area codes

229404478678706762770912943

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 470 area code?

The 470 area code is in Atlanta, Georgia, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 470 an overlay area code?

Yes. 470 overlays the same region as 404, 678, 770, 943, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 470?

Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.

How do I call a 470 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 470, then the number: +1 470 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 470 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 470

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 470, shared by 46 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless18323%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC9812%
Powertel Atlanta Licenses, Inc.9412%
Bandwidth.Com CLEC, LLC7910%
Onvoy, LLC739%
Teleport Communications America, LLC375%

Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.

Complaints about 470 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
1,191
Recorded messages or robocalls
75%
Rank among area codes
#23 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (441)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (438)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (127)

Period Aug 26 – Sep 24, 2026. These are the numbers shown on the caller ID of the reported calls; many are spoofed and do not belong to the real caller.

Source: US Federal Trade Commission, Do Not Call reported calls data (daily files).

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