Area code 329 covers Poughkeepsie and surrounding areas in New York. It was activated in 2023 as an overlay of area code 845. Today it shares its territory with overlay code 845.
| State | New York |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Poughkeepsie |
| Cities also served | Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, Middletown, Kingston, New City, Spring Valley, Rockland, Suffern |
| Time zone | Eastern (UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST) |
| Year established | March 24, 2023 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | No |
| Parent code | 845 |
| Overlay codes | 845 |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Yes |
Cities Served by Area Code 329
Area code 329 serves Mid- and Lower Hudson Valley — Orange, Putnam, Rockland, and Ulster counties, plus parts of Columbia, Delaware, Dutchess, Greene, and Sullivan counties, including the following cities and communities:
- Poughkeepsie
- Newburgh
- Middletown
- Kingston
- New City
- Spring Valley
- Rockland
- Suffern
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 845, 914.
How to Get a 329 Phone Number
There are three ways to get a phone number with the 329 area code, each suited to a different need:
- Buy from a premium-number specialist. Companies that hold curated inventories of specific area codes can sell you a 329 number directly, often with a one-time fee and ownership transferred to you (no recurring carrier fees). This is the option for picking a specific memorable number, or for getting an area code that most carriers won’t let you request. Contact us about a 329 number.
- Sign up with a VoIP carrier. Voice-over-IP services (such as Google Voice, OpenPhone, Grasshopper, and many others) can typically provision a 329 number on request, especially for active overlay codes. You won’t usually get to pick the specific number, but you’ll get a working line in the area code. This is the cheapest option for anyone who doesn’t need a particular number.
- Port an existing 329 number. If you already have a 329 phone number with another carrier, you can transfer it (port it) to a new service provider while keeping the number. This works for landlines, cell phones, and VoIP services, though landlines outside of New York sometimes can’t accept inbound ports of 329 numbers due to 911 routing rules.
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Browse 329 Numbers →Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 329 area code still in use?
Yes. 329 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Mid- and Lower Hudson Valley — Orange, Putnam, Rockland, and Ulster counties, plus parts of Columbia, Delaware, Dutchess, Greene, and Sullivan counties.
What is the difference between 329 and 845?
Today they share the same geographic territory in New York. New phone lines in the area may be assigned either code. The two codes work identically for calling, billing, and service.
What is the parent area code of 329?
Area code 329 is an overlay of 845. Both codes serve the same region of New York.
Can I get a 329 number if I don't live in New York?
Yes. Phone numbers are no longer tied to a physical address. With VoIP service or a number broker, you can hold a 329 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 329 a scam area code?
No. 329 is a legitimate, active area code for Mid- and Lower Hudson Valley — Orange, Putnam, Rockland, and Ulster counties, plus parts of Columbia, Delaware, Dutchess, Greene, and Sullivan counties. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 329 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real New York businesses, government offices, and residents.
What area does the 329 area code cover?
Area code 329 covers the mid- and lower Hudson Valley region of southeastern New York, including Orange, Putnam, Rockland, and Ulster counties, as well as parts of Columbia, Delaware, Dutchess, Greene, and Sullivan counties.
Is 329 a new area code?
Yes. Area code 329 entered service on March 24, 2023, as an overlay to the existing 845 area code. New subscribers in the region may be assigned a 329 number; existing 845 numbers were not changed.
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling a 329 number?
Yes. Ten-digit dialing (area code + seven-digit number) is required for all local calls within the 845/329 overlay region.
Why was area code 329 created?
The New York State Public Service Commission authorized 329 as an overlay to relieve number exhaustion in the 845 area code, ensuring a continued supply of telephone numbers for residents and businesses in the Hudson Valley.
