What area code is 989?
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989 at a glance
Summary
Cities & regions served by 989
SaginawShowing 12 of 18 recorded communities — major cities first.
Where 989 sits on the map
No overlayCoverage area
About the 989 region
989 covers Saginaw in Michigan, including Alma, Alpena, Bad Axe, Bay City and Caro. The code has been in service since 2001.
989 currently has no overlay, so its territory keeps a single, unshared code.
Split of 517.
Who called me from 989?
Community reports- Caller ID is trivially spoofed: an incoming call that displays 989 does not prove the caller is really in the 989 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 989 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 989?+–
989 is a telephone area code serving Saginaw in Michigan, United States, in service since 2001.
Where is area code 989 located?+–
It covers Alma, Alpena, Bad Axe, Bay City and Caro in Michigan.
What cities are in area code 989?+–
Major communities on record include Alma, Alpena, Bad Axe, Bay City and Caro, among others. The code's territory spans the Saginaw region of Michigan.
What time zone is 989?+–
989 observes Eastern (ET), which is UTC−5 / −4 DST and follows daylight saving time.
When did area code 989 start?+–
989 entered service in 2001. Its history: split of 517.
Is 989 a scam area code?+–
Scam and robocall traffic can use any North American code, 989 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 989 number, and report anything suspicious.
Can I get a 989 phone number?+–
Yes — most mobile carriers and VoIP providers let you request a 989 number regardless of where you physically live.