Area code 972
972 is Plano, Irving, Garland, Texas.
Area code 972 at a glance
- State
- Texas
- Main cities
- Plano, Irving, Garland, Mesquite, Richardson, Carrollton, Frisco
- Time zone
- Central Time
- Local time now
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- In service since
- 1996
214 covers the exact same area as 972 — both are dialed with all 10 digits.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 972?
Area code 972 covers Plano, Irving, Garland in Texas.
What time is it in area code 972?
Area code 972 is in the Central Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
Is 214 the same area as 972?
Yes. 214 is an overlay of 972 — they cover the exact same area, so every call there needs all 10 digits dialed.
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