What area code is 929?
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929 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 929
NYC (overlay)4 communities on record for 929.
Where 929 sits on the map
Overlay of 347, 718Coverage area
About the 929 region
929 covers NYC in New York, including Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Marble Hill. The code has been in service since 2011.
929 itself is an overlay: it shares its territory with 347 and 718 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 347, 718, and a part of 917.
Who called me from 929?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 929 does not prove the caller is really in the 929 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 929 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 929?+–
929 is a telephone area code serving NYC in New York, United States, in service since 2011.
Where is area code 929 located?+–
It covers Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Marble Hill in New York.
What cities are in area code 929?+–
Major communities on record include Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Marble Hill. The code's territory spans the NYC region of New York.
What time zone is 929?+–
929 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 929 start?+–
929 entered service in 2011. Its history: overlaid on 347, 718, and a part of 917.
Why does area code 929 exist?+–
929 is an overlay of 347 and 718: 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 929 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 929 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 929 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 929 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 929 number regardless of where you physically live, although in an overlaid region you may be assigned 347 and 718 instead.