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US area code · Missouri

573 area code

Where the 573 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 573 number from anywhere.

CoversCape Girardeau, MissouriTime zoneCentral (CT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 573 area code is in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, United States (Central (CT)). To call from abroad: +1 573 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateMissouri
Main areaCape Girardeau
Time zoneCentral (CT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since31-Aug-1995

The 573 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Cape Girardeau, Missouri. It has been in service since 31-Aug-1995 and sits in the Central (CT) time zone.

Overlay 573 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.

573235314

How to dial a 573 number

From abroad+1 573 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 573 555-0123
Locally (same area)573 555-0123

Cities in the 573 area code

A 573 number is usually in one of these places in Missouri — 3 counties.

Cape Girardeau Cape GirardeauColumbia BooneJefferson City Cole

Other Missouri area codes

235314417557636660816975

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 573 area code?

The 573 area code is in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, United States (Central (CT)).

Is 573 an overlay area code?

Yes. 573 overlays the same region as 235, 314, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 573?

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

How do I call a 573 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 573, then the number: +1 573 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 573 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 573

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 573, shared by 57 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Southwestern Bell12816%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC11314%
Onvoy, LLC8611%
Level 3 Communications, LLC638%
T-Mobile USA, Inc.446%
Brightspeed Of Missouri, LLC425%

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

Complaints about 573 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
630
Recorded messages or robocalls
74%
Rank among area codes
#131 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (263)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (133)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (98)

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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