What area code is 704?
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704 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 704
CharlotteShowing 12 of 52 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 704 sits on the map
Overlay: 980Coverage area
About the 704 region
704 covers Charlotte in North Carolina, including Alexander, Anson, Cabarrus, Catawba and Cleveland. The code has been in service since 1947 and is one of the original North American area codes.
As the Charlotte region grew, 704 ran low on available numbers, so 980 was added as an overlay code over the same geographic area. Both codes are local to each other and 10-digit dialing applies throughout.
Created for all of North Carolina; 1954: split to create 919; 1998: split to create 828; 2001: overlaid by 980.
Who called me from 704?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 704 does not prove the caller is really in the 704 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 704 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 704?+–
704 is a telephone area code serving Charlotte in North Carolina, United States, in service since 1947.
Where is area code 704 located?+–
It covers Alexander County, Anson County, Cabarrus County and other counties, including Alexander, Anson, Cabarrus, Catawba and Cleveland in North Carolina.
What cities are in area code 704?+–
Major communities on record include Alexander, Anson, Cabarrus, Catawba and Cleveland, among others. The code's territory spans the Charlotte region of North Carolina.
What time zone is 704?+–
704 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 704 start?+–
704 entered service in 1947 as one of the original 1947 North American area codes. Its history: created for all of North Carolina; 1954: split to create 919; 1998: split to create 828; 2001: overlaid by 980.
Why do calls to 704 require 10-digit dialing?+–
704 shares its territory with overlay code 980. Because both codes serve the same geographic area, the phone network needs all 10 digits to route a call, and calls between the codes are still local.
Is 704 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 704 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 704 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 704 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 704 number regardless of where you physically live.