334 Area CodeMontgomery, AL
Area code 334 covers Montgomery and nearby communities in Alabama, in the Central Time (CT) zone, home to about 811,000 people across 152 cities. It overlays 251 and 483, so the region uses several codes and every local call needs all ten digits.
Overview
- Major City
- Montgomery
- State
- Alabama (AL)
- Timezone
- Central Time (CT)
- Current Time
- Overlay
- Yes – shares area with 251, 483
Overview of the 334 Area Code
What is the 334 area code?
The 334 area code serves Montgomery, Alabama, alongside other established area codes. When you see a 334 number, it indicates a local number within this geographic area.
Why was area code 334 created?
The 334 area code was introduced as an overlay to add numbers in Montgomery once the existing area codes 251 and 483 began to run out of available prefixes. It added a new supply of numbers without requiring current residents to change their existing digits.
Geographic Coverage of the 334 Area Code
The 334 area code serves Montgomery and surrounding areas in Alabama. It operates within the Central Time (CT) time zone. It complements the coverage of area codes 251 and 483. This area code covers several key cities, including:
- Montgomery
- Auburn
- Dothan
- Prattville
- Phenix City
- Opelika
Got a call from a 334 number? It came from Montgomery, AL. Since 334 overlays with 251 and 483, every local call in the region needs all ten digits to land on the right line. Inside 334, Montgomery holds about 24% of the population; the rest is split across 151 smaller cities.
Montgomery Area Codes Overview
Montgomery is served by multiple area codes, reflecting its telecommunications needs. The 334 area code operates alongside 251, 483. Here are the area codes serving this region:
The introduction of the 334 area code helped prevent number exhaustion, ensuring a continuous supply of phone numbers across the geographic area.
What cities does area code 334 cover?
| City | State | Population | % of Area Code | % of City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery | AL | 195,818 | 1% | 100% |
| Auburn | AL | 83,757 | 0% | 100% |
| Dothan | AL | 71,650 | 0% | 100% |
| Prattville | AL | 40,139 | 0% | 100% |
| Phenix City | AL | 38,509 | 0% | 100% |
| Opelika | AL | 35,005 | 0% | 100% |
| Enterprise | AL | 30,731 | 0% | 100% |
| Troy | AL | 17,734 | 0% | 100% |
| Millbrook | AL | 17,392 | 0% | 100% |
| Selma | AL | 16,312 | 0% | 100% |
* Sources: Population – U.S. Census Bureau PEP, Vintage 2024 (SUB-IP-EST2024-POP). Area code assignments – NANPA CO Code data. See our data methodology.
Has area code 334 been reported for unwanted calls?
Yes – 610 unwanted-call complaints were reported to the FTC for numbers showing a 334 area code (May 29 – Jul 2, 2026).
- 69% robocalls
- ↓ 3% vs prior period
Most-reported subjects
- Other36%220
- Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)36%218
- Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends8%46
* Caller ID is easily spoofed, so these figures reflect the number shown on caller ID, not the caller's true location – an area code alone never identifies a caller. The FTC does not verify the facts in these complaints. Source: FTC Do Not Call (DNC) Reported Calls Data, retrieved 2026-07-05.
Which prefixes and exchanges belong to area code 334?
72% assigned to a telco
- 70% Landline
- 30% Wireless
- 0% Unknown
| Prefix | Usage | Carrier |
|---|---|---|
| (334)200- | Wireless | Verizon Wireless |
| (334)201- | Wireless | Verizon Wireless |
| (334)202- | Wireless | Verizon Wireless |
| (334)203- | Landline | Bandwidth.Com Clec |
| (334)204- | Landline | South Central Bell Tel |
| (334)206- | Landline | South Central Bell Tel |
| (334)207- | Wireless | Verizon Wireless |
| (334)208- | Wireless | New Cingular Wireless Pcs |
| (334)209- | Landline | Charter Fiberlink - Alabama |
| (334)210- | Wireless | New Cingular Wireless Pcs |
Frequently Asked Questions about the 334 Area Code
Who called me from a 334 number?
A 334 number is assigned to Montgomery, Alabama, so a call may come from there. But caller ID is easy to fake, and scammers often spoof a local 334 code to look nearby, so a 334 number doesn't prove the caller is local. Recently, 610 unwanted-call complaints were reported to the FTC for numbers showing the 334 code (69% flagged as robocalls). If you don't recognize the number, let it go to voicemail; a real caller will leave a message.
Is 334 a scam area code?
No area code is a scam on its own. 334 is a normal, officially assigned code for Montgomery, Alabama. Spam callers spoof local codes to raise the odds you answer, so 334 on your caller ID says nothing about who is really calling. Recently, 610 unwanted-call complaints were reported to the FTC for numbers showing the 334 code (69% flagged as robocalls). Judge the call itself, not the area code.
Why do I keep getting calls from the 334 area code?
Repeated calls from different 334 numbers are usually spoofing: a robocaller rotates through 334 numbers so each call looks local and slips past simple blocks. Recently, 610 unwanted-call complaints were reported to the FTC for numbers showing the 334 code (69% flagged as robocalls). Blocking one number rarely helps; voicemail screening, your carrier spam filter, and the Do Not Call Registry work better.
Should I answer an unknown 334 number?
If you aren't expecting a 334 call, let it ring to voicemail. Legitimate callers leave a message, most robocallers hang up when no one picks up, and answering can mark your number as active and bring more calls.
How do I block calls from the 334 area code?
Block a single 334 number from your recent-calls list (iPhone: tap the number, then Block this Caller; Android: tap the number, then Block or report spam). To cut the volume, turn on Silence Unknown Callers on iPhone or spam protection on Android, enable spam filtering from your carrier, and register at DoNotCall.gov. Blocking the entire 334 code also stops legitimate local calls, so use it only as a last resort.
Where is area code 334?
Area code 334 covers Montgomery and the surrounding area in Alabama, spanning 152 cities with about 811,129 residents. It shares its area with overlay codes 251, 483.
Is 334 a real area code?
Yes. 334 is an active code in the North American Numbering Plan, assigned by NANPA and in service for Montgomery, Alabama. A real code can still show up on spoofed spam calls, so treat unknown 334 calls with normal caution.
What timezone is the 334 area code in?
The 334 area code is in the Central Time (CT). Because a number can be kept when someone moves or switches to VoIP, a specific 334 caller may not be in that zone.
How do I call a 334 number from abroad?
From outside the US, dial your country's exit code, then 1 (the US country code), then 334 and the seven-digit number. From a mobile phone you can usually just enter +1 334 followed by the number and let the phone add the exit code for you.