973 Area Code – Newark Coverage Map & City List

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📞 973 Area Code — Quick Reference
📍 LocationNewark, New Jersey
🕐 Time ZoneEastern (UTC-5/UTC-4)
🗓️ StatusActive — Geographic

Got a call from 973? That number originates in Newark, New Jersey. Whether you received an unexpected call from this number or you’re trying to figure out where a 973 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 973 Area Code Located?

The 973 area code is located in New Jersey, primarily serving Newark 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 973 number with them after moving — so the code tells you where the number was issued, not necessarily where the person is right now.

973 Area Code — Location Details
State/ProvinceNew Jersey (NJ)
Major CityNewark
CountryUnited States (+1)
Time ZoneEastern (UTC-5/UTC-4)
TypeGeographic — Standard
NANPA StatusActive

🕐 973 Area Code Time Zone

The 973 area code operates in the Eastern Time Zone (UTC-5/UTC-4). Here’s how it compares to other US time zones:

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Time ZoneDifference from 973
Eastern TimeSame time
Central Time-1 hour
Mountain Time-2 hours
Pacific Time-3 hours
💡 Calling Tip: Reach someone in the 973 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 973 Area Code Spam or Scam?

Seeing 973 on your caller ID doesn’t automatically mean spam — it’s a real area code used by many in Newark. But robocallers frequently disguise their actual numbers behind familiar area codes like 973. If a 973 call feels off, hang up and verify independently.

⚠️ Red Flag: If a 973 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 973 Spam Calls & Texts

Block on iPhone

  1. Open Phone → tap Recents
  2. Tap ⓘ next to the 973 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 973 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 973? 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 973 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
201Jersey City, New JerseyEastern
609Trenton, New JerseyEastern
732New Brunswick, New JerseyEastern
551Jersey City, New JerseyEastern
908Elizabeth, New JerseyEastern

❓ 973 Area Code — FAQ

What state is 973 area code in?
The 973 area code is in New Jersey, serving Newark and surrounding areas.
What city does 973 cover?
973 primarily covers Newark and nearby communities in New Jersey.
Is 973 toll-free?
No. 973 is a geographic area code. Toll-free codes are 800, 833, 844, 855, 866, 877, 888.
What time zone is 973?
Eastern (UTC-5/UTC-4).
Is 973 a scam?
973 is legitimate — it serves real people in Newark. But scammers may spoof 973 numbers. Verify suspicious callers independently.
Why do I keep getting 973 calls?
Repeated 973 calls without a known contact are likely robocalls. Use your phone’s Silence Unknown Callers feature.
Can I get a 973 number remotely?
Yes — VoIP services like Google Voice offer 973 numbers regardless of where you live.
Is 973 cell or landline?
973 covers both. US area codes don’t distinguish between mobile and landline.
How do I block 973 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/