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Area code 602

Where the 602 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 602 number from anywhere.

CoversPhoenix, ArizonaTime zoneMountain (MT)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 602 area code is in Phoenix, Arizona, United States (Mountain (MT)). To call from abroad: +1 602 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateArizona
Main areaPhoenix
Time zoneMountain (MT)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1947

The 602 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Phoenix, Arizona. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Mountain (MT) time zone.

Overlay 602 shares its region

Several area codes cover the same geographic area, so two neighbours can have different codes. Because of the overlay, you must dial all 10 digits (area code + number) even for local calls.

602480623

How to dial a 602 number

From abroad+1 602 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 602 555-0123
Locally (same area)602 555-0123

Cities in the 602 area code

A 602 number is usually in one of these places in Arizona — 1 county.

Phoenix Maricopa

Other Arizona area codes

480520623928

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 602 area code?

The 602 area code is in Phoenix, Arizona, United States (Mountain (MT)).

Is 602 an overlay area code?

Yes. 602 overlays the same region as 480, 623, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 602?

Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.

How do I call a 602 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 602, then the number: +1 602 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 602 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Missed a call from +1 602?

In the 30 days to September 24, 2026, 792 unwanted calls showing a 602 number were reported to the US Federal Trade Commission, 60% of them recorded messages or robocalls. That puts 602 at #79 of 670 area codes reported.

Other314
Medical & prescriptions114
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends99
Dropped call or no message72
Before you call back
  • If you do not know anyone in Arizona, do not call back: a genuine caller will leave a message or send a text.
  • Scammers fake the number shown on caller ID, so a 602 number can hide a caller anywhere in the world.
  • Never give a code received by text or a bank detail to an unknown caller. In the US, calls can be reported at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

Who issues +1 602 numbers

Phone companies hold blocks of numbers in each area code. The main holders in 602:

Qwest Corporation 266Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless 110T-Mobile USA, Inc. 98New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC 48Onvoy, LLC 33Teleport Communications America, LLC 25

About 33.5% of the 764 prefixes in use belong to mobile carriers: a 602 number is often a cell phone, and it may have moved to another carrier since.

Sources: FTC Do Not Call reported calls (numbers as reported by consumers, not verified), NANPA central office code assignments.

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