Arlington, Texas is served by the 817 area code and its 682 overlay – the same codes that cover Fort Worth and Tarrant County. Located between Dallas and Fort Worth, Arlington shares the western Metroplex’s two overlapping codes, so 10-digit dialing is required for every local call.
Fast Facts: Arlington Area Codes
| City | Arlington, Texas |
| Primary Area Code(s) | 817 |
| Overlay Area Code(s) | 682 (2000) |
| Time Zone | Central Time (CT) – CST / CDT |
| Major Counties | Tarrant |
| Dialing | 10-digit required |
Area Codes in Arlington – Detailed Breakdown
817 – Arlington & Tarrant County
The 817 area code covers Arlington along with Fort Worth and the rest of Tarrant County. It was split from 214 in 1953 to serve the western side of the Metroplex.
682 – Tarrant County overlay
Introduced in 2000 as an overlay of 817, the 682 code covers the same Arlington and Tarrant County region and appears mostly on recently activated numbers.
Neighborhoods & District Mapping
The 817 and 682 codes cover every Arlington neighborhood, from Downtown and the area around the University of Texas at Arlington to North Arlington’s famous Entertainment District, Southeast Arlington, and Dalworthington Gardens and Pantego. The same codes serve the neighboring mid-cities of Grand Prairie, Mansfield, Hurst, Euless, and Bedford across Tarrant County.
Arlington is the seventh-largest city in Texas and sits squarely between Dallas and Fort Worth, giving it a central spot in the Metroplex. It is best known as a sports and entertainment destination: the Entertainment District is home to AT&T Stadium (the Dallas Cowboys), Globe Life Field (the Texas Rangers), Six Flags Over Texas, and Hurricane Harbor. The University of Texas at Arlington, manufacturing (including a large General Motors plant), and tourism anchor the local economy.
Local Dialing Rules & International Calls
Because Arlington uses the overlapping 817 and 682 codes, 10-digit dialing is required for every local call. To call a Arlington number from outside the United States, dial your country’s exit code, then +1 (the North American country code), then the 10-digit number (area code + seven-digit line number).
Major ZIP Codes in Arlington
Arlington ZIP codes run roughly 76001–76019, covering Downtown and UTA (76010, 76013), North Arlington and the Entertainment District (76011), and the southern suburbs (76001, 76017, 76018).
Spam & Scam Call Warnings in Arlington
Scammers often spoof local Arlington numbers to seem trustworthy. Watch for these tactics reported across the area:
| Scam Type | What to Watch For |
|---|---|
| Utility Shut-off | Fake Oncor reps threatening to cut power unless you pay immediately by gift card. |
| Event / Ticket Scam | Fraudulent resale tickets for Cowboys or Rangers games and concerts at the Entertainment District venues. |
| Storm / Hail Repair Scam | Fake roofing crews demanding upfront payment for hail or storm damage – common across North Texas. |
| IRS / Tax Scam | Callers threatening arrest over supposed unpaid taxes, demanding gift cards or wire transfers. |
Red Flag: The IRS, Social Security Administration, and utilities like Oncor will never demand immediate payment by gift card, wire transfer, or cryptocurrency. Hang up and verify using an official number.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What area codes does Arlington use?
Arlington is served by the 817 area code and its 682 overlay, the same codes that cover Fort Worth and Tarrant County.
Do I have to dial 10 digits in Arlington?
Yes. Because 817 shares an overlay with 682, you must dial the full 10-digit number for every local call.
Does Arlington share area codes with Fort Worth?
Yes. Arlington, Fort Worth, and the rest of Tarrant County all use the 817 and 682 area codes.
Does Arlington use the same codes as Dallas?
No. Arlington uses 817 and 682, while Dallas uses 214, 469, 972, and 945, even though both are in the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex.
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