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US area code · District of Columbia

771 area code

Where the 771 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 771 number from anywhere.

CoversWashington, D.C., District of ColumbiaTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 771 area code is in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 771 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateDistrict of Columbia
Main areaWashington, D.C.
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since22-Sep-2020

The 771 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Washington, D.C., District of Columbia. It has been in service since 22-Sep-2020 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 771 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.

771202

How to dial a 771 number

From abroad+1 771 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 771 555-0123
Locally (same area)771 555-0123

Other District of Columbia area codes

202

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 771 area code?

The 771 area code is in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 771 an overlay area code?

Yes. 771 overlays the same region as 202, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 771?

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

How do I call a 771 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 771, then the number: +1 771 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 771 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 771

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 84 prefixes are in use in 771, shared by 21 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Onvoy, LLC1214%
Teleport Communications America, LLC1012%
Mcimetro Access Transmission Services LLC1012%
Multiple Ocn Listing911%
Bandwidth.Com CLEC, LLC78%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC56%

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

Complaints about 771 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
612
Recorded messages or robocalls
58%
Rank among area codes
#134 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (258)
Dropped call or no message (132)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (93)

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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