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959 area code

Where the 959 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 959 number from anywhere.

CoversBristol, ConnecticutTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 959 area code is in Bristol, Connecticut, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 959 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateConnecticut
Main areaBristol
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since04-Oct-1999

The 959 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Bristol, Connecticut. It has been in service since 04-Oct-1999 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 959 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.

959860

How to dial a 959 number

From abroad+1 959 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 959 555-0123
Locally (same area)959 555-0123

Cities in the 959 area code

A 959 number is usually in one of these places in Connecticut — 3 counties.

Bristol HartfordEast Hartford HartfordManchester HartfordMiddletown MiddlesexNew Britain HartfordNew London New LondonNewington HartfordNorwich New LondonWest Hartford HartfordWest TorringtonWethersfield Hartford

Other Connecticut area codes

203475860

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 959 area code?

The 959 area code is in Bristol, Connecticut, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 959 an overlay area code?

Yes. 959 overlays the same region as 860, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 959?

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

How do I call a 959 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 959, then the number: +1 959 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 959 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 959

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 176 prefixes are in use in 959, shared by 34 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Onvoy, LLC4526%
Ton80 Communications, LLC2715%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless148%
Omnipoint Communications, Inc.148%
Onvoy Spectrum, LLC95%
Multiple Ocn Listing95%

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

Complaints about 959 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
209
Recorded messages or robocalls
80%
Rank among area codes
#331 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (78)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (76)
Dropped call or no message (18)

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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