What area code is 235?
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235 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 235
Eastern Missouri (overlay)6 communities on record for 235.
Where 235 sits on the map
Overlay of 573Coverage area
About the 235 region
235 covers Eastern Missouri in Missouri, including Columbia, Jefferson City, Hannibal, Cape Girardeau and Farmington. The code has been in service since 2024.
235 itself is an overlay: it shares its territory with 573 and was introduced when those codes ran low on new number combinations. New lines may receive either code, calls between them are local, and 10-digit dialing is required across the region.
Overlaid on 573.
Who called me from 235?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 235 does not prove the caller is really in the 235 region or even in the United States.
- Avoid calling back unknown one-ring numbers — some premium-rate scams rely on curiosity callbacks.
- Never share verification codes, payment details, or remote access during an unsolicited call, even if the caller claims to be your bank or a government agency.
- When a 235 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
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Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 235?+–
235 is a telephone area code serving Eastern Missouri in Missouri, United States, in service since 2024.
Where is area code 235 located?+–
It covers Columbia, Jefferson City, Hannibal, Cape Girardeau and Farmington in Missouri.
What cities are in area code 235?+–
Major communities on record include Columbia, Jefferson City, Hannibal, Cape Girardeau and Farmington, among others. The code's territory spans the Eastern Missouri region of Missouri.
What time zone is 235?+–
235 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 235 start?+–
235 entered service in 2024. Its history: overlaid on 573.
Why does area code 235 exist?+–
235 is an overlay of 573: it covers the exact same territory and was introduced when the original code ran low on new number combinations. New lines may receive either code, calls between them are local, and 10-digit dialing applies.
Is 235 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 235 included — caller ID is easy to spoof, so the code alone does not tell you who is really calling. Check the community reports on this page before calling back an unknown 235 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 235 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 235 number regardless of where you physically live, although in an overlaid region you may be assigned 573 instead.