What area code is 985?
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985 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 985
HoumaShowing 12 of 40 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 985 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 985 region
985 covers Houma in Louisiana, including Abita Springs, Amite, Angie, Bayou L'Ourse and Berwick. The code has been in service since 2001.
985 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 504.
Who called me from 985?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 985 does not prove the caller is really in the 985 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 985 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 985?+–
985 is a telephone area code serving Houma in Louisiana, United States, in service since 2001.
Where is area code 985 located?+–
It covers Abita Springs, Amite, Angie, Bayou L'Ourse and Berwick in Louisiana.
What cities are in area code 985?+–
Major communities on record include Abita Springs, Amite, Angie, Bayou L'Ourse and Berwick, among others. The code's territory spans the Houma region of Louisiana.
What time zone is 985?+–
985 observes Central (CT), which is UTC−6 / −5 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 985 start?+–
985 entered service in 2001. Its history: split of 504.
Is 985 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 985 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 985 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 985 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 985 number regardless of where you physically live.