What area code is 470?
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470 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 470
Atlanta (overlay)1 community on record for 470.
Where 470 sits on the map
Overlay of 404, 678, 770Coverage area
About the 470 region
470 covers Atlanta in Georgia. The code has been in service since 2010.
470 itself is an overlay: it shares its territory with 404, 678 and 770 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 area codes 404, 678 and 770.
Who called me from 470?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 470 does not prove the caller is really in the 470 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 470 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 470?+–
470 is a telephone area code serving Atlanta in Georgia, United States, in service since 2010.
Where is area code 470 located?+–
It covers Barrow County, Bartow County, Butts County and other counties, including Atlanta in Georgia.
What time zone is 470?+–
470 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 470 start?+–
470 entered service in 2010. Its history: overlaid on area codes 404, 678 and 770.
Why does area code 470 exist?+–
470 is an overlay of 404, 678 and 770: 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 470 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 470 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 470 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 470 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 470 number regardless of where you physically live, although in an overlaid region you may be assigned 404, 678 and 770 instead.