Local Phone Numbers
New Jersey
551 Area Code
551 Area Code
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Want to build trust with customers in Jersey City, Hoboken, Hackensack, or Englewood? A 551 area code gives your business a recognizable identity in Northern New Jersey, one of the most densely populated and economically vibrant areas in the U.S.
As an overlay to the original 201 area code, 551 covers the same geographic region. With DialLink, you can activate a 551 number in minutes — no hardware, setup delays, or local address needed. Just modern, AI-powered communications from anywhere.
Why Choose a 551 Area Code?
The 551 area code was introduced in 2001 to support the growing demand for phone numbers in Northern New Jersey. It serves as an overlay to the 201 area code, which was one of the original area codes established in 1947.
Both 551 and 201 cover cities across Bergen and Hudson counties, including Jersey City, Bayonne, Hoboken, Hackensack, Fort Lee, and Englewood. A 551 number helps your business sound local in a region just across the river from Manhattan — a strategic hub for tech, logistics, healthcare, and finance.
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Remote teams supporting clients in Jersey City, Hoboken, or Englewood
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Frequently Asked Questions
What area code is 551?
Area code 551 is a New Jersey area code that serves the northeastern part of the state, including cities across Bergen and Hudson counties.
What cities are in the 551 area code?
Cities in the 551 area code include Jersey City, Hoboken, Hackensack, Bayonne, Fort Lee, and Englewood.
What is the 551 area code an overlay for?
The 551 area code is an overlay for 201, meaning both area codes serve the same geographic area in Northern New Jersey.
What is an overlay area code?
An overlay area code is added to the same region as an existing one. It provides additional phone number availability without requiring any number changes for existing users.
