Denton, Texas

Central Time Zone (UTC-6) · TX ·

About Area Codes in Denton, Texas

Denton, Texas is served by area code 940, which was established in 1997 as a geographic split from a larger area code region. The city falls within the Central time zone (UTC-6). All calls to and from Denton use the 940 area code prefix for local and long-distance dialing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What area code is Denton, Texas?
Denton, Texas uses area code 940.
What time zone is Denton in?
Denton is in the Central time zone (UTC-6).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Denton?
Standard 7-digit dialing is used for local calls within Denton. However, 10-digit dialing is always accepted and required for long-distance calls.
When was area code 940 created?
Area code 940 was established in 1997 as a geographic split from a larger area code region to serve the growing population.
What cities share area code 940 with Denton?
Other cities sharing area code 940 with Denton include Corinth, Decatur, Flower Mound, Gainesville, Graham, among others.

Denton, TX · Central Time Zone