940 area code

Get a local phone number in Wichita Falls, TX

Biggest city:

Wichita Falls

State:

Texas

Major Cities:

Denton, Wichita Falls, Gainesville, Decatur, Roanoke.

Timezone:

Central (GMT -6)

Population:

104,724

Average Income:

$68,865

Zip codes:

76301

76310

Unemployment Rate:

4.50%

Nearby area codes:

214

254

Get a 940 phone number

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940 area code summary

Area code 940 covers northern Texas, surrounding the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and serving cities like Wichita Falls, Denton, and Gainesville. Created in 1997 from a split of area code 817, 940 supports a mix of university towns, rural areas, and regional business hubs. Denton is home to both the University of North Texas and Texas Woman’s University, making it a cultural and educational magnet. Wichita Falls has a strong military presence via Sheppard Air Force Base and contributes to manufacturing and healthcare employment. The area also includes parts of the Red River Valley and features agricultural output. With a blend of small-town charm and institutional presence, 940 supports a diverse and steadily growing population.

Fun fact 💡

Denton’s Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum, since 1998, is a 940 site.

🏢First Phone Company:

Southwestern Bell (later AT&T)

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