571 Area Code Map – Virginia Cities & Zip Codes

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📞 571 Area Code — Quick Reference
📍 LocationArlington, Virginia
🕐 Time ZoneEastern (UTC-5/UTC-4)
🗓️ StatusActive — Geographic

Area code 571 serves Arlington and surrounding communities in Virginia. Whether you received an unexpected call from this number or you’re trying to figure out where a 571 number is based, this guide covers the exact location, time zone, spam reputation, blocking instructions, and which cities fall under this code.

📍 Where Is the 571 Area Code Located?

The 571 area code is located in Virginia, primarily serving Arlington and the surrounding region. It’s a standard geographic area code under the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). Keep in mind that mobile number portability means someone could carry a 571 number with them after moving — so the code tells you where the number was issued, not necessarily where the person is right now.

571 Area Code — Location Details
State/ProvinceVirginia (VA)
Major CityArlington
CountryUnited States (+1)
Time ZoneEastern (UTC-5/UTC-4)
TypeGeographic — Standard
NANPA StatusActive

🕐 571 Area Code Time Zone

The 571 area code operates in the Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5/UTC-4). Here’s how it compares to other US time zones:

Time ZoneDifference from 571
Eastern TimeSame time
Central Time-1 hour
Mountain Time-2 hours
Pacific Time-3 hours
💡 Calling Tip: Reach someone in the 571 area between 10 AM – 4 PM their local time for the best chance of an answer. Calls outside those hours are more likely to be screened or ignored.

🛡️ Is 571 Area Code Spam or Scam?

Is a 571 call spam? Not necessarily — 571 is a legitimate area code serving Arlington and surrounding areas. That said, scammers routinely spoof 571 numbers to make their calls look local. The general rule: if you don’t recognize the number and they don’t leave a voicemail, it’s probably junk.

⚠️ Red Flag: If a 571 caller demands immediate payment via gift cards, wire transfer, or crypto — hang up. No legitimate organization uses these methods. Verify by calling the company’s official number directly.

How to verify: Don’t call back the number — look up the official number for whatever organization the caller claimed to represent and call that instead. Google the full 10-digit number in quotes to check if others have reported it as spam.

📵 How to Block 571 Spam Calls & Texts

Block on iPhone

  1. Open Phone → tap Recents
  2. Tap ⓘ next to the 571 spam number
  3. Scroll down → “Block this Caller”
  4. Silence all unknowns: Settings → Phone → Silence Unknown Callers → ON

Block on Android

  1. Open Phone → find the 571 number
  2. Tap ⋮ menu → “Block number”
  3. For broader blocking: Settings → Blocked numbers → Unknown toggle ON

Report Spam

  1. Forward spam texts to 7726 (SPAM)
  2. Report at reportfraud.ftc.gov
  3. Register at donotcall.gov or call 1-888-382-1222

🔍 Who Called from 571? Reverse Lookup

  1. Google the full 10-digit number in quotes — catches ~70% of unknown callers
  2. Check Whitepages.com or Truecaller.com
  3. Search 800notes.com for community reports
  4. No voicemail left? Almost certainly spam — legitimate callers leave messages
⚠️ One-Ring Scam: If a 571 number rings once and hangs up, do NOT call back. This scam connects you to a premium-rate line that charges your bill.

🔗 Nearby Area Codes

CodeLocationTime Zone
757Virginia Beach, VirginiaEastern
703Arlington, VirginiaEastern
804Richmond, VirginiaEastern
540Roanoke, VirginiaEastern
434Lynchburg, VirginiaEastern

❓ 571 Area Code — FAQ

What state is 571 area code in?
The 571 area code is in Virginia, serving Arlington and surrounding areas.
What city does 571 cover?
571 primarily covers Arlington and nearby communities in Virginia.
Is 571 toll-free?
No. 571 is a geographic area code. Toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877, 888.
What time zone is 571?
Eastern (UTC-5/UTC-4).
Is 571 a scam?
571 is legitimate — it serves real people in Arlington. But scammers may spoof 571 numbers. Verify suspicious callers independently.
Why do I keep getting 571 calls?
Repeated 571 calls without a known contact are likely robocalls. Use your phone’s Silence Unknown Callers feature.
Can I get a 571 number remotely?
Yes — VoIP services like Google Voice offer 571 numbers regardless of where you live.
Is 571 cell or landline?
571 covers both. US area codes don’t distinguish between mobile and landline.
How do I block 571 calls?
iPhone: Settings → Phone → Silence Unknown Callers. Android: Phone → Settings → Blocked numbers. For area-code blocking, use Truecaller or RoboKiller.

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Updated April 2026 · Data from NANPA & FCC · areacodess.org/