Everything You Need to Know About 629
So you got a call from a 629 number and you're wondering where it came from? That's Tennessee. More specifically, 629 covers Nashville.
This area code has been around for 11 years now - it was created in 2014. It's a relatively newer code that was added as demand for phone numbers increased.
Quick Tip
People in the 629 area are on Central Time (CT). If you're in a different time zone, double-check before calling so you don't reach them at an awkward hour.
Here's Something Worth Knowing
Just because you see 629 on your caller ID doesn't guarantee the person is actually sitting in Tennessee right now. Since 2003, people can take their phone numbers with them when they move. Your old college roommate who grew up near Nashville? They might be living in Texas now but still using their 629 number.
That said, a 629 number usually means the person originally got their phone number somewhere in Tennessee. Or they specifically chose a 629 number for business reasons - maybe to seem local to customers in the Nashville area.
How to Dial a 629 Number
If you're calling from somewhere else in the country, just dial 1 + 629 + the 7-digit number. Calling from overseas? Use your country's exit code (usually 00 or +), then 1 for the US, then 629 and the rest.
Should You Be Worried About Scams?
Here's the honest truth: scammers can fake any area code they want, including 629. It's called "spoofing" and it's frustratingly common. So if you get a call from 629that feels off - someone asking for your Social Security number, claiming you won a prize, or demanding immediate payment for something - trust your gut and hang up.
Real businesses and government agencies don't cold call asking for sensitive info. If you're unsure whether a call was legit, look up the company's official number yourself and call them back.
Cities and Towns Using 629
The 629 area code serves quite a few places across Tennessee. Here's where you might find someone with this area code: