What area code is 973?
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973 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 973
Newark2 communities on record for 973.
Where 973 sits on the map
Overlay: 862Coverage area
About the 973 region
973 covers Newark in New Jersey, including Paterson. The code has been in service since 1997.
As the Newark region grew, 973 ran low on available numbers, so 862 was added as an overlay code over the same geographic area. Both codes are local to each other and 10-digit dialing applies throughout.
Split of 201; 2001: overlaid by 862.
Who called me from 973?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 973 does not prove the caller is really in the 973 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 973 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 973?+–
973 is a telephone area code serving Newark in New Jersey, United States, in service since 1997.
Where is area code 973 located?+–
It covers Paterson in New Jersey.
What cities are in area code 973?+–
Major communities on record include Paterson. The code's territory spans the Newark region of New Jersey.
What time zone is 973?+–
973 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 973 start?+–
973 entered service in 1997. Its history: split of 201; 2001: overlaid by 862.
Why do calls to 973 require 10-digit dialing?+–
973 shares its territory with overlay code 862. 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 973 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 973 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 973 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 973 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 973 number regardless of where you physically live.