Everything You Need to Know About 631
So you got a call from a 631 number and you're wondering where it came from? That's New York. More specifically, 631 covers Suffolk County.
This area code has been around for 26 years now - it was created in 1999. It was added when the region needed more phone numbers as the population grew.
Quick Tip
People in the 631 area are on Eastern Time (ET). 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 631 on your caller ID doesn't guarantee the person is actually sitting in New York right now. Since 2003, people can take their phone numbers with them when they move. Your old college roommate who grew up near Suffolk County? They might be living in Texas now but still using their 631 number.
That said, a 631 number usually means the person originally got their phone number somewhere in New York. Or they specifically chose a 631 number for business reasons - maybe to seem local to customers in the Suffolk County area.
How to Dial a 631 Number
If you're calling from somewhere else in the country, just dial 1 + 631 + the 7-digit number. Calling from overseas? Use your country's exit code (usually 00 or +), then 1 for the US, then 631 and the rest.
Should You Be Worried About Scams?
Here's the honest truth: scammers can fake any area code they want, including 631. It's called "spoofing" and it's frustratingly common. So if you get a call from 631that 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 631
The 631 area code serves quite a few places across New York. Here's where you might find someone with this area code: