Fayetteville, Arkansas

Where Is Area Code 479?

Area code 479 serves northwestern Arkansas. It covers the Fayetteville area and much of the Arkansas Ozarks along the state's western border with Oklahoma and south toward the Arkansas River Valley.

Major cities in area code 479 include Fayetteville, Fort Smith, Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville. The area code also serves parts of Washington County, Benton County, Sebastian County, Crawford County, and nearby communities such as Siloam Springs, Bella Vista, Van Buren, and Alma.

Area code 479 includes well-known parts of the Ozark Mountains and the Boston Mountains. It also covers major regional landmarks and institutions such as the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, the Walmart headquarters area in Bentonville, and Fort Smith National Historic Site in Fort Smith.

History of Area Code 479

Area code 479 was created on January 19, 2002. It was split from area code 501, which had previously served a much larger part of Arkansas.

Area code 479 was created because northwest Arkansas and the Fort Smith area needed more telephone numbers as the region grew. This growth came from expanding cities, business development, and rising demand for cell phones, fax lines, and other telecommunications services. Area code 479 is a split area code, and it is not an overlay.

Key Facts About Area Code 479

• Area code 479 is in Arkansas, and Fayetteville is one of its best-known cities.
• Area code 479 also serves Fort Smith, Springdale, Rogers, Bentonville, and Van Buren.
• Area code 479 is in the Central Time Zone.
• Area code 479 began service on January 19, 2002.
• Area code 479 was split from area code 501.
• Area code 479 is a geographic area code, not a toll-free area code.
• The University of Arkansas in Fayetteville is located in area code 479.
• Northwest Arkansas National Airport, which serves the region, is located near Highfill in area code 479.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 479 in?

Area code 479 is in Arkansas.

What major cities use area code 479?

Major cities in area code 479 include Fayetteville, Fort Smith, Springdale, Rogers, Bentonville, and Van Buren.

Is area code 479 a toll-free number?

No. Area code 479 is a geographic area code.