404 Area Code: Atlanta
Updated: November 2026. Area code data: NANPA assignments via Simple Wikipedia and areacode.fyi, checked November 2026.
It covers Atlanta itself; the surrounding suburbs use 770, and overlays 678 and 470 cover the metro area.
| Area code | 404 |
|---|---|
| Location | Atlanta |
| Time zone | Eastern Time |
| Type | Geographic |
| In service since | 1947 |
| Region | Georgia |
Where is 404?
Atlanta. It covers Atlanta itself; the surrounding suburbs use 770, and overlays 678 and 470 cover the metro area.
Time zone
Area code 404 is in the Eastern Time zone. The best time to call is generally between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. local time. Use our best time to call tool to compare it with your own time.
History
404 is one of the original 1947 area codes for Georgia and serves Atlanta. Overlays 678 (1998) and 470 were added as the city grew, and 770 serves the surrounding suburbs.
How to dial 404
From the United States or Canada, dial 1 + 404 + the 7-digit number. From abroad, dial your international prefix, then 1 + 404 + the number — for example, +1 404 555 0132.
Is a call from 404 a scam?
Scammers can fake any area code, including 404. A number that looks local is not proof of who is calling. Never share passwords, verification codes or payment details with an unexpected caller; hang up and call the company back on a number from its official website. Report scam calls at reportfraud.ftc.gov, and forward spam texts to 7726.
Report scam calls at reportfraud.ftc.gov, forward spam texts to 7726, and register on the National Do Not Call Registry at donotcall.gov.
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FAQs
What city is area code 404?
Atlanta.
What time zone is area code 404?
Eastern Time.
Is 404 a toll-free area code?
No. 404 is a regular geographic area code, so calls to it are charged at your normal rate.
How do I call a 404 number from abroad?
Dial your international prefix, then 1 + 404 + the 7-digit number — for example, +1 404 555 0132.
Should I call back an unknown 404 number?
Only if you are expecting the call. If you do not recognise the number, look the company up independently instead of calling back — scammers often hope a callback will connect you to a premium-rate or phishing line.
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