Tennessee · Central Time Updated August 2026

Area Codes in Tennessee

8 codes covering the state’s cities and regions

Tennessee has 7 active area codes - from 901 in 1947 to 629 in 2015. Nashville runs on 615 and 629; 423 covers Chattanooga; 731 covers Jackson; and three more codes cover the rest of the state. Tap any code below for its full guide: who called, cities and ZIP codes, the coverage map and the live local time.

Not sure which code is yours? Every Tennessee city is covered below. Find your city ›
Area codes7
Original901 · 1947
Newest629 · 2015
Largest metroNashville
Local time4:50 PM CT
All Tennessee area codes

Every code, what it covers, and the newest overlays.

Find yours by city

Which area code serves your city.

Tennessee code map

All codes on one printable map.

Home internet in Tennessee

Fiber and wireless home internet options.

Wireless in Tennessee

New lines, porting, and plans.

AT&T stores

Find a store near you in Tennessee.

All 8 Tennessee area codes

Every active code: tap any card for its full guide, who called, cities and ZIPs, map, spam patterns and local time.

Got a call from a Tennessee number you don’t recognize?

Open that code’s guide above for its full prefix lookup. AT&T ActiveArmor® blocks spam automatically, included with AT&T wireless plans.

  • Fraud calls blocked automatically on the network
  • Suspected spam labeled before you answer
  • Caller ID & custom call blocking in the free app
Available with ActiveArmor® Advanced security. Fee required.
  • Reverse number lookup
  • Identity monitoring & identity theft insurance

Included with AT&T wireless plans. Requires compatible device/service and download of the AT&T ActiveArmor® app. Other terms & restrictions apply. May not detect all threats and may block wanted calls. Some features require Advanced mobile security ($7/mo.). See terms.

See how ActiveArmor® worksIncluded with the free 30-day AT&T Wireless trial
Try AT&T Wireless free for 30 daysDownload the AT&T app and activate the trial in minutes. Keep your current service, phone, and number while you test drive our network.
  • 100GB of data plus 25GB hotspot
  • Unlimited talk & text within the U.S.
  • Unlimited texting from the U.S. to 230+ countries
  • Access to the AT&T 5G network
Start your free trialAn unlocked, GSM-compatible iOS or Android phone with eSIM capability is required. AT&T 5G requires a compatible device and is not available everywhere. See att.com/5Gforyou for details. Terms & restrictions apply.
See offer details

Service good for 30 days. Data: Limited to 100GB of data and 25GB of hotspot data. No additional data is available after limit is reached. Video is limited to SD quality. Talk & Text: Includes unlimited talk & text within the U.S. and unlimited text from the U.S. to over 230 countries. Limits: One trial per user. An unlocked, GSM-compatible iOS or Android phone with eSIM capability is required. You’ll receive a trial phone number that belongs to AT&T and is not available to be ported to another carrier or otherwise retained. Trial plan features and details may differ from or be unavailable in other AT&T plans. U.S. only. All terms subject to change at any time.

Why metro murfreesboro has 2 area codes

When a region uses more numbers than one code can hold, new codes are overlaid on the same territory rather than forcing anyone to change numbers. Metro Murfreesboro now uses 615 and 629: same neighborhoods, ten-digit dialing, and every one of them covered by its own guide above.

Tennessee area codes by city

The largest Tennessee communities and the area codes that serve them. Every city links to its local AT&T internet page.

CityArea code(s)
Memphis901
Clarksville931
Knoxville865
Murfreesboro615 629
Jackson731
Chattanooga423
Cleveland423
Franklin615 629
Johnson City423 615 629
Morristown423 865
Spring Hill615 629 931
Alcoa865
Arlington901
Athens423
Bartlett901
Bolivar731
Brentwood615 629
Brownsville731

How Tennessee got its codes

Every Tennessee area code, in the order it entered service. Splits carved new regions; added codes overlay existing ones, which is why ten-digit dialing is standard.

In serviceCodeHow it arrived
1947901One of the original area codes of 1947
1954615Original assignment for its region
1995423Added to the 615 region
1997931Split from 615
1999865Split from 423
2001731Split from 901
2015629Added to the 615 region

Source: NANPA NPA database, July 2026. Regenerated monthly.

Tennessee area code map

Every active Tennessee area code at a glance, anchored to the metro each one serves. Click or tap any region on the map to open that code’s full guide.

How Tennessee’s codes work

How Tennessee splits

Nashville runs on 615 and 629, Chattanooga on 423, and Jackson on 731. The other three territories each carry a single code.

Overlays share one territory

An overlay serves the exact same area as the code it joins: new numbers, same map. Nashville carries two (615, 629).

Reading the map

Each color is one code territory. The chip shows the main code with its overlays beneath it, and clicking any region opens that code’s full guide.

i

Every code links to a full guide.
Who called, cities and ZIPs, maps and spam patterns.

Map of Tennessee area codes with anchor regions and overlay codesTake the map with youPoster format with every Tennessee area code, its overlays, and a QR code back to this page.↓  Download the printable PDF
AT&T IN TENNESSEE

Internet, wireless & stores across the state

AT&T home internet in Tennessee

AT&T home internet is available across Tennessee, checked address by address; every area code guide above lists its cities and what’s offered there.

No data capsNo annual contractNo equipment fees

AT&T Fiber: Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds vary. For 5-GIG, single device wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. For more info., visit att.com/speed101.

Start with home internet in Tennessee, or pair it with wireless in an internet + wireless bundle.

Family streaming together on AT&T home internet
Home internet across TennesseeCheck your address ›

AT&T wireless in Tennessee

AT&T’s 5G network covers most of Tennessee. ActiveArmor® spam blocking is included with every unlimited plan, your number stays yours when you move between Tennessee codes, and great cell phone deals in Tennessee are a tap away.

5G across TennesseeActiveArmor® includedKeep your number

AT&T may temporarily slow data speeds if the network is busy. 5G req’s compatible plan & device. Coverage not available everywhere. Learn more at att.com/5Gforyou.

See the AT&T wireless coverage map for Tennessee ›

Woman smiling at her phone on a downtown street
Stay connected across TennesseeShop wireless plans ›

AT&T stores across Tennessee

From the Nashville metro to Murfreesboro, Memphis and beyond, walk in for switching, porting, upgrades and hands-on help. Every area code guide lists its nearest stores.

Find stores in: Nashville · Murfreesboro · Memphis · Knoxville · Clarksville

AT&T store employee helping a customer with her phone
Real help from real people across TennesseeFind a store ›

Area codes in neighboring states

Tennessee area code FAQ

How many area codes does Tennessee have?
Tennessee has 7 active area codes: 423, 615, 629, 731, 865, 901, 931. Each links to a full guide above.
Which Tennessee area code is mine?
Tap any code above to see the communities it serves; each guide lists cities with ZIP codes and a coverage map.
Who called me from a Tennessee number?
Open that code's guide and check the prefix lookup: every assigned prefix with its carrier. No voicemail? Let it go - legitimate callers leave messages.
What time zone is Tennessee in?
Tennessee is primarily on Central time. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does AT&T offer service in Tennessee?
Yes - home internet, wireless and retail stores across Tennessee. Availability is checked address by address.
Sources: prefix and carrier assignments from the NANPA central-office code registry; population figures from the U.S. Census Bureau; spam-pattern indicators from FTC Do Not Call filings and AT&T ActiveArmor® network telemetry. Facts are rebuilt from these sources at build time; the page regenerates monthly.
Check AT&T availability at your address
AT&T