979 area code
Where the 979 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 979 number from anywhere.
The 979 area code is in Bryan, Texas, United States (Central (CT)). To call from abroad: +1 979 555-0123.
The 979 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Bryan, Texas. It has been in service since 02-Sep-1999 and sits in the Central (CT) time zone.
How to dial a 979 number
+1 979 555-01231 979 555-0123Cities in the 979 area code
A 979 number is usually in one of these places in Texas — 2 counties.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the 979 area code?
The 979 area code is in Bryan, Texas, United States (Central (CT)).
Do I have to dial 10 digits for 979?
Local calls within 979 may use seven digits; ten-digit dialling always works.
How do I call a 979 number from another country?
Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 979, then the number: +1 979 555-0123.
Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 979 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.
Number holders in area code 979
Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 446 prefixes are in use in 979, shared by 55 companies. The largest holders:
| Company | Prefixes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Bell | 59 | 13% |
| Frontier Southwest Inc Dba Frontier Comm Of Texas | 54 | 12% |
| New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC | 47 | 11% |
| Level 3 Communications, LLC | 30 | 7% |
| Aerial Communications, Inc. | 29 | 7% |
| Texas Communications, Inc. | 24 | 5% |
Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.
Complaints about 979 numbers
- Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
- 369
- Recorded messages or robocalls
- 63%
- Rank among area codes
- #262 of 670
- Most reported subjects
- Other (94)
- Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (89)
- Medical & prescriptions (41)
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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