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929 area code

Where the 929 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 929 number from anywhere.

CoversNew York City, New YorkTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 929 area code is in New York City, New York, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 929 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateNew York
Main areaNew York City
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since09-Jan-2010

The 929 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering New York City, New York. It has been in service since 09-Jan-2010 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 929 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.

929347465718917

How to dial a 929 number

From abroad+1 929 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 929 555-0123
Locally (same area)929 555-0123

Cities in the 929 area code

A 929 number is usually in one of these places in New York — 2 counties.

Borough of QueensBrooklyn KingsNew York CityStaten Island RichmondThe Bronx

Other New York area codes

212315329332347363465516518585607624631646680716

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 929 area code?

The 929 area code is in New York City, New York, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 929 an overlay area code?

Yes. 929 overlays the same region as 347, 465, 718, 917, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 929?

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

How do I call a 929 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 929, then the number: +1 929 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 929 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 929

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 720 prefixes are in use in 929, shared by 42 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Omnipoint Communications, Inc.26136%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless8512%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC679%
Bandwidth.Com CLEC, LLC548%
Fractel, LLC446%
Onvoy, LLC- Ny395%

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

Complaints about 929 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
535
Recorded messages or robocalls
62%
Rank among area codes
#174 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (199)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (129)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (74)

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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