901 Area Code
Covers Memphis and nearby communities in Tennessee.
(901) 555-0142Area code 901 map
Interactive coverage map for area code 901, centered on Memphis, Tennessee
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Open in OpenStreetMapArea code 901 coverage map — centered on Memphis. Shaded area shows the approximate reach around the primary city.
Calls tagged with area code 901 come from Memphis and nearby communities in Tennessee. It reaches roughly 798,000 people across places such as Memphis, Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown and more. The region observes Central time, so a number like (901) 555-0142 is on that clock right now. On the ground it spans Shelby. It is not currently paired with an overlay code. Local calls inside the 901 area can generally be placed with ten digits, and you do not need a leading 1 for domestic calls. Keep reading for the current local time in Memphis, a map of the 901 coverage area, the places it reaches, nearby and overlay codes, and how to tell a real 901 call from a scam.
Cities covered by 901
Cities & neighborhoods
- Memphis
- Bartlett
- Collierville
- Germantown
Nearby & overlay area codes
Overlay codes (same area)
These share 901’s geography — a number in either code can be on the same street.
901 has no overlay code right now.
Neighboring codes
Codes for adjacent regions and metros.
Is a call from 901 a scam?
Area code 901 serves Memphis and the surrounding area, so most calls are ordinary local and business traffic. As everywhere, spam and robocalls do use 901 numbers, frequently by spoofing a local-looking caller ID to boost pickup rates. The area code itself tells you nothing about who is really calling, so judge the call by what's said, not the number.
Red flags to watch for
- Pressure to act right now, or threats of arrest, fines, or service being cut off.
- Requests to pay with gift cards, wire transfer, crypto, or a payment app.
- Asking for passwords, one-time codes, your SSN, or full card/bank numbers.
- A robocall or recording, or a number that won’t let you call back.
When unsure, hang up and call the organization back on a number you look up yourself.
Calling a 901 number from abroad
Every 901 number is a US/Canada +1 number. From a mobile anywhere, the simplest approach is to dial it in international format:
+1 901 555-0142If your phone can’t dial the +, replace it with your country’s exit code, then 1, then the number:
- UK, Germany, France & most of Europe
00 1 901 555-0142 - Australia
0011 1 901 555-0142 - Japan
010 1 901 555-0142 - Mexico
00 1 901 555-0142
Within the US and Canada you don’t need any of this — just dial the ten digits 901 555-0142.
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Area code 901: frequently asked questions
Where is the 901 area code located?
The 901 area code is located in Tennessee, centered on Memphis. It covers Shelby and nearby communities including Memphis, Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown.
What time zone is 901 in?
Area code 901 is in the Central time zone (UTC-6 (CST) / UTC-5 (CDT)). You can see the exact current local time for Memphis on the live clock above.
What cities use area code 901?
Cities and areas that use 901 include Memphis, Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown. Its primary city is Memphis, TN.
Do I need to dial 1 before 901?
You generally do not need to dial a leading 1 for domestic calls to 901. Ten-digit dialing (the 901 code plus the seven-digit number) is the safest habit.
Is 901 a toll-free or scam number?
No — 901 is a normal geographic area code for Memphis, not a toll-free code (toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877 and 888). A 901 number is not inherently a scam, but the code can be spoofed. See the spam-call section above for how to tell.
What are the overlay area codes for 901?
Area code 901 does not currently have an overlay code; it is not layered on top of another code in the same area.