Raleigh, North Carolina

Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5) · NC ·

About Area Codes in Raleigh, North Carolina

Raleigh, North Carolina is served by 2 area codes: 919, 984. When multiple area codes serve the same geographic area, it typically indicates overlay codes have been added to accommodate growing demand for phone numbers. All local calls within Raleigh require 10-digit dialing. The city is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5).

Frequently Asked Questions

What area code is Raleigh, North Carolina?
Raleigh, North Carolina uses area codes 919 and 984.
What time zone is Raleigh in?
Raleigh is in the Eastern time zone (UTC-5).
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling Raleigh?
Yes, all local calls in Raleigh require 10-digit dialing because the area is served by multiple overlay area codes.
When was area code 919 created?
Area code 919 was established in 1954 as a geographic split from a larger area code region to serve the growing population.
What cities share area code 919 with Raleigh?
Other cities sharing area code 919 with Raleigh include Apex, Cary, Chapel Hill, Durham, Fuquay-Varina, among others.

Raleigh, NC · Eastern Time Zone