What area code is 501?
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501 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 501
Little Rock12 communities on record for 501.
Where 501 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 501 region
501 covers Little Rock in Arkansas, including Benton, Bryant, Cabot, Conway and Hot Springs. The code has been in service since 1947 and is one of the original North American area codes.
501 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Created for all of Arkansas; 1997: split to create 870; 2002: split to create 479.
Who called me from 501?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 501 does not prove the caller is really in the 501 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 501 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 501?+–
501 is a telephone area code serving Little Rock in Arkansas, United States, in service since 1947.
Where is area code 501 located?+–
It covers Benton, Bryant, Cabot, Conway and Hot Springs in Arkansas.
What cities are in area code 501?+–
Major communities on record include Benton, Bryant, Cabot, Conway and Hot Springs, among others. The code's territory spans the Little Rock region of Arkansas.
What time zone is 501?+–
501 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 501 start?+–
501 entered service in 1947 as one of the original 1947 North American area codes. Its history: created for all of Arkansas; 1997: split to create 870; 2002: split to create 479.
Is 501 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 501 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 501 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 501 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 501 number regardless of where you physically live.