Area code 472 covers Fayetteville and surrounding areas in North Carolina. It was activated in 2022 as an overlay of area code 910. Today it shares its territory with overlay code 910.
| State | North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Fayetteville |
| Cities also served | Fayetteville, Wilmington, Jacksonville, Lumberton, Pinehurst, Laurinburg, Sanford, Shallotte |
| Time zone | Eastern (UTC-5 / UTC-4 DST) |
| Year established | October 7, 2022 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | No |
| Parent code | 910 |
| Overlay codes | 910 |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Yes |
Cities Served by Area Code 472
Area code 472 serves Southeastern North Carolina, including Cumberland, Onslow, New Hanover, Robeson, and Brunswick Counties, including the following cities and communities:
- Fayetteville
- Wilmington
- Jacksonville
- Lumberton
- Pinehurst
- Laurinburg
- Sanford
- Shallotte
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 910, 252, 336, 743, 704, 980, 919, 984.
How to Get a 472 Phone Number
There are three ways to get a phone number with the 472 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 472 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 472 number.
- Sign up with a VoIP carrier. Voice-over-IP services (such as Google Voice, OpenPhone, Grasshopper, and many others) can typically provision a 472 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 472 number. If you already have a 472 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 North Carolina sometimes can’t accept inbound ports of 472 numbers due to 911 routing rules.
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Browse 472 Numbers →Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 472 area code still in use?
Yes. 472 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Southeastern North Carolina, including Cumberland, Onslow, New Hanover, Robeson, and Brunswick Counties.
What is the difference between 472 and 910?
Today they share the same geographic territory in North Carolina. 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 472?
Area code 472 is an overlay of 910. Both codes serve the same region of North Carolina.
Can I get a 472 number if I don't live in North Carolina?
Yes. Phone numbers are no longer tied to a physical address. With VoIP service or a number broker, you can hold a 472 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 472 a scam area code?
No. 472 is a legitimate, active area code for Southeastern North Carolina, including Cumberland, Onslow, New Hanover, Robeson, and Brunswick Counties. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 472 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real North Carolina businesses, government offices, and residents.
What is the 472 area code?
Area code 472 is a telephone area code serving southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Wilmington, and Jacksonville. It launched on October 7, 2022 as an overlay for the existing 910 area code.
Why was area code 472 created?
472 was created to relieve number exhaustion in the 910 area code. Rather than splitting the geographic region, regulators approved an all-services overlay so new subscribers receive a 472 number while existing 910 customers keep their numbers unchanged.
Do I need to dial 10 digits when calling a 472 number?
Yes. Because 472 is an overlay sharing the same territory as 910, ten-digit dialing (area code + seven-digit number) is required for all local calls within the region.
What counties does area code 472 cover?
Area code 472 covers southeastern North Carolina counties including Cumberland, Onslow, New Hanover, Robeson, Brunswick, Scotland, and Richmond Counties, among others.
