What area code is 651?
Here's everything about it.
Instant lookup for the 651 area code — location, time zone, cities served, and who's been calling from it. No sign-up, no app.
651 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 651
St. PaulShowing 12 of 66 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 651 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 651 region
651 covers St. Paul in Minnesota, including Afton, Apple Valley, Arden Hills, Bayport and Birchwood Village. The code has been in service since 1998.
651 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 612.
Who called me from 651?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 651 does not prove the caller is really in the 651 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 651 call pressures you to act immediately, hang up and contact the organization directly through its official number.
Be the first to add a community report for a 651 number below.
Frequently asked questions
FAQWhat area code is 651?+–
651 is a telephone area code serving St. Paul in Minnesota, United States, in service since 1998.
Where is area code 651 located?+–
It covers Washington County, including Afton, Apple Valley, Arden Hills, Bayport and Birchwood Village in Minnesota.
What cities are in area code 651?+–
Major communities on record include Afton, Apple Valley, Arden Hills, Bayport and Birchwood Village, among others. The code's territory spans the St. Paul region of Minnesota.
What time zone is 651?+–
651 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 651 start?+–
651 entered service in 1998. Its history: split of 612.
Is 651 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 651 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 651 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 651 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 651 number regardless of where you physically live.