832 area code
Get a local phone number in Houston, TX
Biggest city:
Houston
State:
Texas
Major Cities:
Atascocita, Baytown, Channelview, Deer Park, Friendswood, Houston, La Porte, League City, Alvin, Missouri City
Timezone:
Central (GMT -6)
Population:
2,264,876
Average Income:
$56,019
Zip codes:
77001
77099
Unemployment Rate:
4.80%
Nearby area codes:
281
346
832 area code summary
Area code 832 is one of several overlays serving the Greater Houston area in southeastern Texas, alongside 713, 281, and 346. It covers Houston’s vast metropolitan area, including suburbs like Sugar Land, Pasadena, The Woodlands, and Katy. Houston is one of the largest cities in the U.S. and a major global hub for energy, healthcare, aerospace, and shipping. Area code 832 is widely used for new phone lines and mobile numbers in the region, supporting the city’s rapid population growth and economic expansion. Major employers include ExxonMobil, Houston Methodist, and the Texas Medical Center — the world’s largest medical complex. Known for its cultural diversity, business opportunity, and affordability compared to other major metros, Houston continues to attract families, entrepreneurs, and international professionals. A number in 832 places you squarely in the heart of this dynamic and fast-growing Texas powerhouse.
Fun fact 💡
Houston’s Johnson Space Center, since 1961, is a 832 space hub.
🏢First Phone Company:
Southwestern Bell (later AT&T)







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