Area code 601

Area code 601 is a geographic code in the North American Numbering Plan. Most of this region uses the America/Chicago time zone.

Other area codes in Mississippi: 228, 471, 662, 769.

Is a call from 601 local?

Not necessarily. People keep their numbers when they move, internet phone numbers can be used anywhere, and robocallers often spoof local-looking numbers. Learn about spoofing.