Local Phone Numbers
New Jersey
609 Area Code
609 Area Code
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Establish a Local Presence in Central and Coastal New Jersey
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Want to reach customers in Princeton, Trenton, or Atlantic City? A phone number with the 609 area code gives your business instant local recognition across central and southeastern New Jersey. While new 609 phone numbers are in short supply, DialLink allows you to port in your existing 609 number or choose an overlay code like 640 to get the same local coverage. Our AI-powered cloud phone system gives startups, SMBs, and remote teams the tools to manage calls and messages from anywhere — while sounding like a local.
Why Choose a 609 Area Code?
Area code 609 is one of New Jersey’s original area codes, covering a broad region that includes Princeton, Trenton, Atlantic City, and much of the Jersey Shore. It’s long been associated with government, tourism, and education, making it a highly trusted code for building regional credibility. Although new 609 phone numbers are limited, its overlay code 640 covers the same geographic area, offering the same benefits with modern availability.
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Who Can Benefit from a Local Phone Number
Local businesses across Princeton, Trenton, or the Jersey Shore
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National companies creating regional visibility in central New Jersey
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is area code 609?
Area code 609 covers central and southeastern New Jersey, including cities like Princeton, Trenton, and Atlantic City.
What cities use the 609 area code?
Cities and towns in the 609 area code include Trenton, Princeton, Ewing, Hamilton, Atlantic City, and parts of the Jersey Shore.
Where in the U.S. is area code 609?
The 609 area code is located in New Jersey, serving areas in the central and coastal parts of the state.
What is the overlay for the 609 area code?
Area code 640 is the overlay for 609. Both serve the same geographic area and allow for continued availability of new local numbers.
What is an overlay area code?
An overlay area code is added to the same region as an existing area code, allowing for more phone numbers to be issued without affecting current numbers.
