940 area code
Where the 940 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 940 number from anywhere.
The 940 area code is in Denton, Texas, United States (Central (CT)). To call from abroad: +1 940 555-0123.
The 940 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Denton, Texas. It has been in service since 22-Jan-1997 and sits in the Central (CT) time zone.
How to dial a 940 number
+1 940 555-01231 940 555-0123940 555-0123Cities in the 940 area code
A 940 number is usually in one of these places in Texas — 2 counties.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the 940 area code?
The 940 area code is in Denton, Texas, United States (Central (CT)).
Do I have to dial 10 digits for 940?
Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.
How do I call a 940 number from another country?
Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 940, then the number: +1 940 555-0123.
Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 940 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.
Number holders in area code 940
Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 521 prefixes are in use in 940, shared by 66 companies. The largest holders:
| Company | Prefixes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Bell | 50 | 10% |
| New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC | 45 | 9% |
| Onvoy, LLC | 31 | 6% |
| Frontier Southwest Inc Dba Frontier Comm Of Texas | 29 | 6% |
| Level 3 Communications, LLC | 28 | 5% |
| Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless | 24 | 5% |
Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.
Complaints about 940 numbers
- Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
- 535
- Recorded messages or robocalls
- 67%
- Rank among area codes
- #175 of 670
- Most reported subjects
- Other (169)
- Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (157)
- Medical & prescriptions (94)
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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