Area code 563 covers Davenport and surrounding areas in Iowa. It was activated in 2001 as an overlay of area code 319.
| State | Iowa |
|---|---|
| Primary city | Davenport |
| Cities also served | Davenport, Dubuque, Bettendorf, Clinton, Muscatine, Decorah, Eldridge, Maquoketa |
| Time zone | Central (UTC-6 / UTC-5 DST) |
| Year established | March 25, 2001 |
| Original 1947 NPA? | No |
| Parent code | 319 |
| Overlay codes | None |
| Currently in use? | Yes, actively assigned |
| Ten-digit dialing required? | Yes |
Cities Served by Area Code 563
Area code 563 serves Eastern and northeastern Iowa, including the Iowa side of the Quad Cities and the Mississippi River corridor from the Quad Cities north to Dubuque and Decorah, including the following cities and communities:
- Davenport
- Dubuque
- Bettendorf
- Clinton
- Muscatine
- Decorah
- Eldridge
- Maquoketa
Nearby area codes covering the same broader region include: 319, 515, 641, 712.
How to Get a 563 Phone Number
There are three ways to get a phone number with the 563 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 563 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 563 number.
- Sign up with a VoIP carrier. Voice-over-IP services (such as Google Voice, OpenPhone, Grasshopper, and many others) can typically provision a 563 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 563 number. If you already have a 563 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 Iowa sometimes can’t accept inbound ports of 563 numbers due to 911 routing rules.
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Browse 563 Numbers →Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 563 area code still in use?
Yes. 563 is actively assigned to new phone lines in Eastern and northeastern Iowa, including the Iowa side of the Quad Cities and the Mississippi River corridor from the Quad Cities north to Dubuque and Decorah.
What is the parent area code of 563?
Area code 563 is an overlay of 319. Both codes serve the same region of Iowa.
Can I get a 563 number if I don't live in Iowa?
Yes. Phone numbers are no longer tied to a physical address. With VoIP service or a number broker, you can hold a 563 number from anywhere in the world. The number routes to whatever device or carrier you specify.
Is 563 a scam area code?
No. 563 is a legitimate, active area code for Eastern and northeastern Iowa, including the Iowa side of the Quad Cities and the Mississippi River corridor from the Quad Cities north to Dubuque and Decorah. Like any area code, scammers occasionally spoof 563 caller IDs, but the code itself is heavily used by real Iowa businesses, government offices, and residents.
What cities are covered by area code 563?
Area code 563 covers eastern and northeastern Iowa, including Davenport, Dubuque, Bettendorf, Clinton, Muscatine, Decorah, Eldridge, and Maquoketa, among many other communities across 16 counties.
Where did area code 563 come from?
Area code 563 was split from area code 319 on March 25, 2001, becoming mandatory on December 2, 2001. The split was implemented because the 319 numbering resources were nearing exhaustion due to population and telecom growth.
Does area code 563 have an overlay?
No. As of 2026, area code 563 has no overlay and remains the sole area code for its territory in eastern Iowa. Seven-digit local dialing is still permitted within the 563 area.
What time zone is the 563 area code in?
Area code 563 is in the Central Time Zone (UTC-6 standard, UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time).
