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US area code · Arizona

480 area code

Where the 480 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 480 number from anywhere.

CoversPhoenix, ArizonaTime zoneMountain (MT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 480 area code is in Phoenix, Arizona, United States (Mountain (MT)). To call from abroad: +1 480 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateArizona
Main areaPhoenix
Time zoneMountain (MT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since11-Jan-1999

The 480 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Phoenix, Arizona. It has been in service since 11-Jan-1999 and sits in the Mountain (MT) time zone.

Overlay 480 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.

480602623

How to dial a 480 number

From abroad+1 480 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 480 555-0123
Locally (same area)480 555-0123

Cities in the 480 area code

A 480 number is usually in one of these places in Arizona — 2 counties.

Apache Junction PinalChandler MaricopaFountain Hills MaricopaGilbert MaricopaMesa MaricopaScottsdale MaricopaTempe Maricopa

Other Arizona area codes

520602623928

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 480 area code?

The 480 area code is in Phoenix, Arizona, United States (Mountain (MT)).

Is 480 an overlay area code?

Yes. 480 overlays the same region as 602, 623, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 480?

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

How do I call a 480 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 480, then the number: +1 480 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 480 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 480

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 799 prefixes are in use in 480, shared by 36 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Qwest Corporation23429%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless12516%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC7910%
T-Mobile USA, Inc.618%
Mcimetro Access Transmission Services LLC466%
Onvoy, LLC405%

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

Complaints about 480 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
1,189
Recorded messages or robocalls
66%
Rank among area codes
#24 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (455)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (190)
Medical & prescriptions (162)

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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