Area Code 775
Nevada
Area code 775 serves Nevada, primarily Reno, in the Pacific Time (PT) time zone. It was created from a split of area code 702.
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 702 (Las Vegas).
In service since: 12-Dec-1998
Demographics
The estimated population served by area code 775 is approximately 1,072,989. The population density is 7 people per square mile, which is lower than the national average of 94. The median household income is $85,600, which is near the national median of $78,538. Approximately 27.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national rate of 35.0%. This rate is lower than the national average. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%, which is lower than the national rate of 12.4%.
History
Area code 775 was created from a split of area code 702. It was introduced in 1998 as part of a geographic division to provide additional numbering resources.
Demographics & Economics
- Total Population
- 1,072,989
- Population Density
- 7 people/sq mibelow U.S. average (U.S.: 94 people/sq mi)
- Median Household Income
- $85,600near U.S. median (U.S.: $78,538)
- Poverty Rate
- 10.6%below U.S. average (U.S.: 12.4%)
- Unemployment Rate
- 5.3%near U.S. average (U.S.: 5.2%)
- Education Attainment
- Bachelor's Degree+27.1%below U.S. average (U.S.: 35.0%)High School or Lower30.7%
Statistics are population-weighted aggregations from Census ACS 5-year estimates.See Sources for details.
Geographic Coverage
State
NV
Major Cities
- Reno
- Sparks
- Carson
- Pahrump
- Fernley
- Sun Valley
- Elko
- Spanish Springs
- Dayton
- Spring Creek
- Gardnerville Ranchos
- Cold Springs
- Fallon
- Winnemucca
- Johnson Lane
- Gardnerville
- Indian Hills
- Silver Springs
- West Wendover
- Lemmon Valley
- Battle Mountain
- Ely
- Washoe Valley
- Minden
and 84 more cities
Time Zone
- Pacific Time (PT)
Current Time
County Coverage
Population-weighted county share based on aggregated ZCTA population (100% = total mapped population for area code 775).
| County | Population | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Washoe, NV | 505,434 | 47.0% |
| Lyon, NV | 107,441 | 10.0% |
| Storey, NV | 87,381 | 8.1% |
| Carson City, NV | 65,163 | 6.1% |
| Elko, NV | 54,106 | 5.0% |
| Nye, NV | 53,607 | 5.0% |
| Douglas, NV | 51,229 | 4.8% |
| Churchill, NV | 49,639 | 4.6% |
| Pershing, NV | 22,399 | 2.1% |
| Inyo, CA | 20,618 | 1.9% |
| Humboldt, NV | 18,234 | 1.7% |
| White Pine, NV | 9,732 | 0.9% |
| Eureka, NV | 9,300 | 0.9% |
| Lander, NV | 5,752 | 0.5% |
| Mineral, NV | 5,070 | 0.5% |
| Lincoln, NV | 4,452 | 0.4% |
| Esmeralda, NV | 3,526 | 0.3% |
| Sierra, CA | 2,071 | 0.2% |
| Owyhee, ID | 1,006 | 0.1% |
| Mono, CA | 355 | 0.0% |
Call Context
This area code covers a primarily rural region in NV with low population density. The largest community is Reno.
Nearby Area Codes
Area codes geographically closest to 775.
Other Area Codes in Nevada
Area codes that also serve Nevada, linked for easy comparison.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about area code 775 and how phone numbering works.
Phone numbers assigned to area code 775 are tied to where they were originally provisioned — not the caller's current location. This code serving roughly 1073k people covers Reno in NV, so a number originally set up there will retain the 775 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 775 is associated with Reno in NV. 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 702. See our guide on splits and overlays for details.