What area code is 774?
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774 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 774
Worcester (overlay)1 community on record for 774.
Where 774 sits on the map
Overlay of 508Coverage area
About the 774 region
774 covers Worcester in Massachusetts. The code has been in service since 2001.
774 itself is an overlay: it shares its territory with 508 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 508.
Who called me from 774?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 774 does not prove the caller is really in the 774 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 774 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 774?+–
774 is a telephone area code serving Worcester in Massachusetts, United States, in service since 2001.
Where is area code 774 located?+–
It covers Worcester County, including Worcester in Massachusetts.
What time zone is 774?+–
774 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 774 start?+–
774 entered service in 2001. Its history: overlaid on 508.
Why does area code 774 exist?+–
774 is an overlay of 508: 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 774 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 774 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 774 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 774 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 774 number regardless of where you physically live, although in an overlaid region you may be assigned 508 instead.