703 area code
Get a local phone number in Arlington, VA
Biggest city:
Arlington
State:
Virginia
Major Cities:
Arlington, Alexandria, Centreville, Reston, McLean, Burke, Annandale, Oakton, Springfield, Herndon, Chantilly, Tysons Corner, Lorton, Franconia, Vienna, Hybla Valley
Timezone:
Eastern (GMT -5)
Population:
236,842
Average Income:
$165,900
Zip codes:
22201
22299
Unemployment Rate:
2.20%
Nearby area codes:
202
240
703 area code summary
Area code 703 covers northern Virginia, including cities like Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, and parts of Loudoun and Prince William counties. Created in 1947 and now overlaid with 571, 703 is one of the original area codes and remains closely tied to Washington, D.C.’s suburban ring. The region is home to a large number of federal contractors, tech firms, and government agencies, including the Pentagon and CIA headquarters. Northern Virginia is one of the wealthiest and most educated regions in the U.S., supported by top-tier schools and infrastructure. The presence of Amazon HQ2 in Arlington has further raised the area’s profile. A 703 number signifies proximity to power and policy—ideal for professionals and businesses serving government and defense.
Fun fact 💡
Arlington’s National Cemetery, since 1864, is a 703 tribute.
🏢First Phone Company:
Chesapeake & Potomac Telephone Company (later Verizon)







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