901 area code
Where the 901 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 901 number from anywhere.
The 901 area code is in Bartlett, Tennessee, United States (Central (CT)). To call from abroad: +1 901 555-0123.
The 901 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Bartlett, Tennessee. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Central (CT) time zone.
How to dial a 901 number
+1 901 555-01231 901 555-0123Cities in the 901 area code
A 901 number is usually in one of these places in Tennessee — 1 county.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the 901 area code?
The 901 area code is in Bartlett, Tennessee, United States (Central (CT)).
Do I have to dial 10 digits for 901?
Local calls within 901 may use seven digits; ten-digit dialling always works.
How do I call a 901 number from another country?
Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 901, then the number: +1 901 555-0123.
Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 901 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.
Number holders in area code 901
Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 645 prefixes are in use in 901, shared by 50 companies. The largest holders:
| Company | Prefixes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bellsouth Telecomm Inc Dba South Central Bell Tel | 175 | 27% |
| New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC | 93 | 14% |
| Powertel Memphis Licenses, Inc. | 64 | 10% |
| Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless | 36 | 6% |
| Mcimetro Access Transmission Services LLC | 35 | 5% |
| Onvoy, LLC | 34 | 5% |
Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.
Complaints about 901 numbers
- Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
- 735
- Recorded messages or robocalls
- 60%
- Rank among area codes
- #96 of 670
- Most reported subjects
- Other (249)
- Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (192)
- Dropped call or no message (106)
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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