Bayonne, New Jersey

Where Is Area Code 201?

Area code 201 is in northeastern New Jersey. It serves parts of Bergen County and Hudson County, which sit across the Hudson River from New York City. Bayonne uses area code 201, along with many nearby communities in the same part of the state.

Major cities and communities in area code 201 include Jersey City, Bayonne, Hoboken, Englewood, Hackensack, and Fort Lee. The area covers much of Bergen County and parts of Hudson County. It includes dense urban neighborhoods, inner-ring suburbs, and major business corridors near Manhattan.

This area includes notable Hudson River waterfront communities and major crossings into New York City. Landmarks in the broader 201 region include the George Washington Bridge in Fort Lee and Liberty State Park in Jersey City. Bayonne itself sits on a peninsula between Newark Bay, the Kill Van Kull, and New York Bay.

History of Area Code 201

Area code 201 was established in 1947. It was one of the original North American area codes created in the first nationwide telephone numbering plan. At that time, it covered the entire state of New Jersey.

Area code 201 later shrank as telephone demand grew in New Jersey. Area code 609 split from 201 in 1958, area code 908 split in 1990, and area code 973 split in 1997. In 2001, area code 551 was added as an overlay for the same geographic region now served by 201 in northeastern New Jersey.

Key Facts About Area Code 201

• Area code 201 is in New Jersey, and Bayonne is one of the cities that uses it.
• Area code 201 serves parts of Bergen County and Hudson County in northeastern New Jersey.
• Area code 201 is in the Eastern Time Zone.
• Area code 201 was created in 1947 as one of the original North American area codes.
• Area code 201 originally covered all of New Jersey before later splits reduced its size.
• Area code 551 overlaid area code 201 in 2001, so both codes now serve the same region.
• Major cities in the 201 area include Jersey City, Bayonne, Hoboken, Hackensack, Englewood, and Fort Lee.
• Notable places in the 201 region include the George Washington Bridge, Liberty State Park, and the Hudson River waterfront.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 201 in?

Area code 201 is in New Jersey.

What major cities use area code 201?

Major cities and communities that use area code 201 include Bayonne, Jersey City, Hoboken, Hackensack, Englewood, and Fort Lee.

Is area code 201 a toll-free number?

No, area code 201 is a geographic area code in northeastern New Jersey.