956 area code
Get a local phone number in Laredo, TX
Biggest city:
Laredo
State:
Texas
Major Cities:
Laredo, McAllen, Harlingen, Edinburg, Brownsville.
Timezone:
Central (GMT -6)
Population:
255,473
Average Income:
$72,112
Zip codes:
78040
78049
Unemployment Rate:
4.00%
Nearby area codes:
361
830
956 area code summary
Area code 956 covers the southern tip of Texas along the U.S.–Mexico border, including cities like Laredo, McAllen, Brownsville, and Edinburg. Created in 1997 from a split of 210, it reflects the region’s rapid growth and bilingual, cross-border character. Laredo is a major inland port and trade hub, while McAllen and Edinburg anchor the Rio Grande Valley’s medical and educational sectors. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) plays a central role in regional development. The 956 area code supports a fast-growing population with deep cultural ties to Mexico, a strong emphasis on logistics, and increasing tech and education investments.
Fun fact 💡
Brownsville’s Gladys Porter Zoo, since 1971, is a 956 family draw.
🏢First Phone Company:
Southwestern Bell (later AT&T)
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