Jackson, Tennessee

Where Is Area Code 731?

Area code 731 is in western Tennessee. It serves most of West Tennessee outside the Memphis metropolitan area. Jackson is the largest city commonly linked with area code 731.

Area code 731 covers Jackson and many other cities and communities across the region. Major places in the 731 area include Dyersburg, Union City, Martin, Humboldt, Paris, Milan, Savannah, Brownsville, and Lexington. It serves counties across the western part of the state, including Madison County, where Jackson is located.

Area code 731 also reaches parts of the Tennessee River and the Mississippi River side of West Tennessee. Notable places in the region include the University of Tennessee at Martin in Martin and the city of Jackson, which is a major commercial center for West Tennessee. The area includes both agricultural communities and regional service hubs.

History of Area Code 731

Area code 731 was created in 2001 as a split from area code 901. The split took effect on February 12, 2001. Area code 901 kept Memphis and nearby Shelby County, while 731 took most of the rest of West Tennessee.

Area code 731 is a split area code, not an overlay. Public records from the Tennessee Regulatory Authority show that West Tennessee needed a new code because of continued growth in telephone demand. No overlay has replaced 731, and 10-digit dialing is not generally required within the area just because of an overlay.

Key Facts About Area Code 731

• Area code 731 is a geographic telephone area code in the state of Tennessee.
• Jackson is the largest city associated with area code 731.
• Area code 731 is in the Central Time Zone.
• Area code 731 was created on February 12, 2001, in a split from area code 901.
• Area code 731 serves most of West Tennessee outside the Memphis area.
• The area code covers cities such as Jackson, Dyersburg, Union City, Martin, Paris, and Savannah.
• The University of Tennessee at Martin is located within the 731 calling area.
• Area code 731 includes Madison County, where Jackson is the county seat.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 731 in?

Area code 731 is in Tennessee.

What major cities use area code 731?

Major cities in area code 731 include Jackson, Dyersburg, Union City, Martin, Humboldt, Paris, Milan, Savannah, Brownsville, and Lexington.

Is area code 731 a toll-free number?

No. Area code 731 is a geographic area code for western Tennessee.