Area Code Lookup
What Area Code Is Jersey City?
2 area codes serve Jersey City · New Jersey
Jersey City is served by area codes 201, 551. It is located in New Jersey.
Area Codes Serving Jersey City
Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is Jersey City?
Jersey City is served by area codes 201, 551. It is located in New Jersey.
Why does Jersey City have multiple area codes?
As demand for phone numbers increased, NANPA added area codes through splits (dividing the region) or overlays (layering a new code over the same geography). Jersey City now has 2 area codes — 201 and 551 — covering the same or overlapping areas.
How do I call Jersey City from outside the US?
To call Jersey City from abroad, dial +1 followed by the area code and 7-digit local number (e.g. +1-201-XXX-XXXX). The +1 is the country code for all NANPA countries.