Area code 979
979 is Bryan, College Station, Lake Jackson, Texas.
Area code 979 at a glance
- State
- Texas
- Main cities
- Bryan, College Station, Lake Jackson, Angleton, Bay City
- Time zone
- Central Time
- Local time now
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- Overlay codes
- No overlay — 979 is the only area code here.
- In service since
- 2000
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Frequently asked questions
Where is area code 979?
Area code 979 covers Bryan, College Station, Lake Jackson in Texas.
What time is it in area code 979?
Area code 979 is in the Central Time time zone. See the live clock above for the current local time.
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