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North Dakota
701 Area Code
701 Area Code
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The 701 area code is unique because it serves the entire state of North Dakota. From Fargo and Bismarck to Grand Forks and Minot, a 701 number helps your business connect with customers across both major cities and small rural communities. Whether you’re serving agriculture, energy, education, or healthcare, a 701 area code number ensures that your company is seen as local and trusted.
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As the only area code serving North Dakota, 701 carries statewide recognition. Businesses with a 701 number are instantly viewed as part of the community, whether they operate from Fargo’s business centers, Bismarck’s government offices, or smaller towns across the plains. This single code has represented North Dakota since 1947, making it one of the state’s most recognizable identifiers.
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Area code 701 is the only area code serving the entire state of North Dakota.
The 701 area code isn’t limited to one city. It covers Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, and every other community in North Dakota.
Area code 701 is located in the state of North Dakota, serving all cities and towns statewide.
North Dakota has only one area code — 701 — which serves the entire state.
The United States does not have a single nationwide area code. Instead, it uses the country code +1, followed by regional area codes.
Each area code can support up to approximately 7.9 million unique phone numbers, depending on demand.
Area codes are part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). They divide regions into unique calling zones to route calls accurately.
As phone adoption grew, area codes were introduced to organize regions and prevent overlaps, ensuring calls reached the right destinations.