Area code 601
601 is Jackson, Meridian, Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
Area code 601 at a glance
- State
- Mississippi
- Main cities
- Jackson, Meridian, Hattiesburg, Vicksburg, Laurel
- Time zone
- Central Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- 769
- In service since
- 1947
769 covers the exact same area as 601 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 601?
Area code 601 covers Jackson, Meridian, Hattiesburg in Mississippi.
What time is it in area code 601?
Area code 601 is in the Central Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 769 the same area as 601?
Yes. 769 is an overlay of 601 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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