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US area code · Mississippi

662 area code

Where the 662 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 662 number from anywhere.

CoversClarksdale, MississippiTime zoneCentral (CT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 662 area code is in Clarksdale, Mississippi, United States (Central (CT)). To call from abroad: +1 662 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateMississippi
Main areaClarksdale
Time zoneCentral (CT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since18-Sep-1998

The 662 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Clarksdale, Mississippi. It has been in service since 18-Sep-1998 and sits in the Central (CT) time zone.

Overlay 662 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.

662471601

How to dial a 662 number

From abroad+1 662 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 662 555-0123
Locally (same area)662 555-0123

Cities in the 662 area code

A 662 number is usually in one of these places in Mississippi — 6 counties.

Clarksdale CoahomaColumbus LowndesGreenville WashingtonOlive Branch DesotoSouthaven DesotoStarkville OktibbehaTupelo Lee

Other Mississippi area codes

228471601769

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 662 area code?

The 662 area code is in Clarksdale, Mississippi, United States (Central (CT)).

Is 662 an overlay area code?

Yes. 662 overlays the same region as 471, 601, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 662?

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

How do I call a 662 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 662, then the number: +1 662 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 662 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 662

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 772 prefixes are in use in 662, shared by 47 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Bellsouth Telecomm Inc Dba South Central Bell Tel19425%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless9112%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC739%
Level 3 Communications, LLC679%
Telepak Networks, Inc.567%
Bandwidth.Com CLEC, LLC456%

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

Complaints about 662 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
299
Recorded messages or robocalls
64%
Rank among area codes
#289 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (110)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (78)
Medical & prescriptions (29)

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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