Area Code 763
Minnesota
Area code 763 serves Minnesota, primarily Minneapolis, in the Central Time (CT) time zone. It was created from a split of area code 612.
Split Area Code
This area code was created by splitting an existing area code into separate geographic regions. When a split occurs, some customers in the original area code region are assigned the new area code.
This area code was split from area code 612 (Minneapolis).
In service since: 27-Feb-2000
Demographics
The estimated population served by area code 763 is approximately 1,609,202. The population density is 457 people per square mile, which is higher than the national average of 94. The median household income is $96,339, which is higher than the national median of $78,538. Approximately 40.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national rate of 35.0%. This rate is higher than the national average. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%, which is lower than the national rate of 12.4%.
History
Area code 763 was created from a split of area code 612. It was introduced in 2000 as part of a geographic division to provide additional numbering resources.
Demographics & Economics
- Total Population
- 1,609,202
- Population Density
- 457 people/sq miabove U.S. average (U.S.: 94 people/sq mi)
- Median Household Income
- $96,339above U.S. median (U.S.: $78,538)
- Poverty Rate
- 8.2%below U.S. average (U.S.: 12.4%)
- Unemployment Rate
- 3.9%below U.S. average (U.S.: 5.2%)
- Education Attainment
- Bachelor's Degree+40.9%above U.S. average (U.S.: 35.0%)High School or Lower25.0%
Statistics are population-weighted aggregations from Census ACS 5-year estimates.See Sources for details.
Geographic Coverage
State
MN
Major Cities
- Minneapolis
- Brooklyn Park
- Plymouth
- Blaine
- Maple Grove
- Coon Rapids
- Minnetonka
- St. Louis Park
- Andover
- Brooklyn Center
- Fridley
- Ramsey
- Shoreview
- Elk River
- Champlin
- New Brighton
- Crystal
- Columbia Heights
- Golden Valley
- Lino Lakes
- New Hope
- Otsego
- St. Michael
- Anoka
and 45 more cities
Time Zone
- Central Time (CT)
Current Time
County Coverage
Population-weighted county share based on aggregated ZCTA population (100% = total mapped population for area code 763).
| County | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hennepin, MN | 652,876 | 40.6% |
| Anoka, MN | 408,097 | 25.4% |
| Wright, MN | 166,636 | 10.4% |
| Ramsey, MN | 128,648 | 8.0% |
| Sherburne, MN | 111,418 | 6.9% |
| Isanti, MN | 75,087 | 4.7% |
| Benton, MN | 17,376 | 1.1% |
| Mille Lacs, MN | 17,376 | 1.1% |
| Chisago, MN | 16,091 | 1.0% |
| Carver, MN | 15,597 | 1.0% |
Call Context
This area code covers a metropolitan region in MN with moderate to high population density, centered on Minneapolis and surrounding communities.
Nearby Area Codes
Area codes geographically closest to 763.
Other Area Codes in Minnesota
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about area code 763 and how phone numbering works.
Phone numbers assigned to area code 763 are tied to where they were originally provisioned — not the caller's current location. This code serving roughly 1609k people covers Minneapolis in MN, so a number originally set up there will retain the 763 prefix even if the owner moves or uses VoIP. Mobile phones keep their original number when users relocate, and businesses often adopt local area codes to establish a regional presence.
Start by looking up the area code on this site to understand its geographic context — area code 763 is associated with Minneapolis in MN. For caller-specific details, use your carrier's caller ID features or check public directories. If you suspect fraud, you can report it to the FTC. To file a complaint about robocalls or spoofed numbers, visit the FCC Consumer Complaint Center. You can also register with the National Do Not Call Registry.
Area codes are sometimes "split" when an existing code runs out of available number combinations. In a split, the original territory is divided geographically, with each portion receiving its own area code. This area code was split from area code 612. See our guide on splits and overlays for details.