El Paso, Texas

Where Is Area Code 915?

Area code 915 serves far West Texas, centered on El Paso. It covers the El Paso metropolitan area along the Texas-Mexico border and sits in the westernmost part of the state. This is one of the most geographically distinct telephone regions in Texas.

Area code 915 mainly covers El Paso County and the city of El Paso. It also serves nearby communities such as Socorro, Horizon City, Clint, Fabens, Canutillo, Anthony, and San Elizario. The area connects closely with the Rio Grande border region.

The region includes major landmarks such as the Franklin Mountains and Franklin Mountains State Park. The University of Texas at El Paso is in the 915 area, and Fort Bliss is one of the largest military installations in the United States. The area also borders Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, across the Rio Grande.

History of Area Code 915

Area code 915 was created in 1947 as one of the original North American area codes. At that time, it covered a much larger part of western Texas than it does today. It was one of the first codes assigned when AT&T and the Bell System introduced the North American Numbering Plan.

Area code 915 was reduced several times as Texas added more phone lines and new area codes. In 1954, part of its territory became area code 817. In 1957, another large section moved to area code 806, and in 1961, the Permian Basin and nearby areas became area code 915. In 2003, area code 432 split off from 915, leaving 915 focused on El Paso and nearby communities. Area code 915 is not an overlay code.

Key Facts About Area Code 915

• Area code 915 is in the state of Texas, and its main city is El Paso.
• Area code 915 serves the Mountain Time Zone, which sets El Paso apart from most of Texas, which uses Central Time.
• Area code 915 was introduced in 1947 as one of the original area codes in the North American Numbering Plan.
• Area code 915 is a geographic area code, not a toll-free code.
• Area code 915 now mainly serves El Paso County in far West Texas.
• El Paso, the largest city in area code 915, had a 2020 U.S. Census population of 678,815.
• The University of Texas at El Paso, Fort Bliss, and Franklin Mountains State Park are all located in the 915 area.
• In 2003, area code 432 split from 915, shrinking 915 to its current El Paso-focused service area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 915 in?

Area code 915 is in Texas.

What major cities use area code 915?

Area code 915 primarily serves El Paso, along with nearby communities such as Socorro, Horizon City, Clint, Fabens, Canutillo, Anthony, and San Elizario.

Is area code 915 a toll-free number?

No, area code 915 is a geographic area code for El Paso and nearby parts of far West Texas.