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US area code · Utah

801 area code

Where the 801 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 801 number from anywhere.

CoversAmerican Fork, UtahTime zoneMountain (MT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 801 area code is in American Fork, Utah, United States (Mountain (MT)). To call from abroad: +1 801 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateUtah
Main areaAmerican Fork
Time zoneMountain (MT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1947

The 801 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering American Fork, Utah. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Mountain (MT) time zone.

Overlay 801 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.

801385

How to dial a 801 number

From abroad+1 801 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 801 555-0123
Locally (same area)801 555-0123

Cities in the 801 area code

A 801 number is usually in one of these places in Utah — 4 counties.

American Fork UtahClearfield DavisCottonwood HeightsDraper Salt LakeEast MillcreekKaysville DavisKearnsLayton DavisMagna Salt LakeMidvale Salt LakeMillcreekMurrayOrem UtahPleasant Grove UtahProvo UtahRiverton Salt LakeRoy WeberSalt Lake City Salt LakeSandy CitySouth Jordan Salt LakeSouth OgdenSouth Salt LakeSpanish Fork UtahSpringville UtahTaylorsvilleWest BountifulWest Jordan Salt LakeWest Valley City

Other Utah area codes

385435

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 801 area code?

The 801 area code is in American Fork, Utah, United States (Mountain (MT)).

Is 801 an overlay area code?

Yes. 801 overlays the same region as 385, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 801?

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

How do I call a 801 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 801, then the number: +1 801 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 801 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 801

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 798 prefixes are in use in 801, shared by 26 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Qwest Corporation32741%
T-Mobile USA, Inc.9111%
Mcimetro Access Transmission Services LLC699%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC628%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless506%
Electric Lightwave LLC Dba Allstream435%

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

Complaints about 801 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
541
Recorded messages or robocalls
36%
Rank among area codes
#169 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (310)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (66)
Dropped call or no message (33)

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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