989 area code
Where the 989 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 989 number from anywhere.
The 989 area code is in Bay City, Michigan, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 989 555-0123.
The 989 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Bay City, Michigan. It has been in service since 02-Sep-1999 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.
How to dial a 989 number
+1 989 555-01231 989 555-0123989 555-0123Cities in the 989 area code
A 989 number is usually in one of these places in Michigan — 4 counties.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the 989 area code?
The 989 area code is in Bay City, Michigan, United States (Eastern (ET)).
Do I have to dial 10 digits for 989?
Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.
How do I call a 989 number from another country?
Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 989, then the number: +1 989 555-0123.
Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 989 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.
Number holders in area code 989
Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 738 prefixes are in use in 989, shared by 62 companies. The largest holders:
| Company | Prefixes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Frontier North, Inc. | 91 | 12% |
| Michigan Bell Tel Co | 88 | 12% |
| New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC | 82 | 11% |
| Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless | 73 | 10% |
| Telnet Worldwide, Inc. | 63 | 9% |
| Onvoy, Llcv | 46 | 6% |
Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.
Complaints about 989 numbers
- Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
- 739
- Recorded messages or robocalls
- 81%
- Rank among area codes
- #95 of 670
- Most reported subjects
- Other (251)
- Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (234)
- Dropped call or no message (120)
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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