Where is area code 512 located and what state is area code 512?

Area code 512 is located in Texas (United States), covering major cities and regions including Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, Leander, Cedar Park, San Marcos, Kyle, Pflugerville, Hutto, Manor.

How to call area code 512 and do I need to dial area code 512?

To dial a number in area code 512, format your call as +1 (512) XXX-XXXX. Mandatory 10-digit dialing is required in overlay regions.

Is area code 512 a scam, spam, or dangerous call?

Area code 512 is a legitimate geographic area code for Texas. However, scammers frequently spoof numbers from any area code, so exercise caution with unknown callers.

North American Area CodeCentral / Mountain Time Zone

Area Code 512 Location & Details

Q: What timezone is area code 512?

Area code 512 operates on the Central / Mountain timezone.

State / Region: Texas • Country: United States

Major Cities Covered: Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, Leander, Cedar Park, San Marcos, Kyle, Pflugerville, Hutto, Manor

Standard Dial Format

+1 (512) XXX-XXXX

Country Code: +1 (NANP Format)

What State is Area Code 512?

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Country Territory

United States

512 Area Code Time Zone

Central / Mountain

512 Overlay Codes

737

Area Code 512 Geographic Map

Interactive location bounds and coverage area for Texas (Central / Mountain Timezone)

Lat: 30.32° • Lng: -97.78°

📍 Geographic Center: TexasMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Where is Area Code 512 Located?

Telephone area code 512 is assigned to Texas in United States. It serves cities and metropolitan communities including Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, Leander, Cedar Park, San Marcos, Kyle, Pflugerville, Hutto, Manor.

Historical Context & Area Code Overlay Information:512 serves Texas (United States).

For local and long-distance calls within area code 512, standard 10-digit dialing (512) XXX-XXXX applies.

Who Called Me from Area Code 512?

Received an unknown call, missed call, or text scam from area code 512? Here is how to trace who is calling from 512 area code and verify unknown numbers safely:

Identify Missed Calls & Voicemails:

Legitimate contacts usually leave a detailed voicemail or caller ID record.

Watch Out for Neighbor Spoofing:

Robocallers often fake incoming caller ID numbers using your local 512 prefix to boost pick-up rates.

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How to Call Area Code 512 & Dialing Format

When placing a phone call to a number in area code 512, follow the correct dialing format depending on your calling location:

Calling from inside the US / Canada (+1): Dial 1 + (512) + 7-digit number.
Calling from an international location outside +1: Dial your country's international exit code (e.g. 011 in US or + on mobile) + 1 + 512 + 7-digit number.
Do I need to dial area code 512 for local calls? Yes, 10-digit dialing (area code + line number) is mandatory across North American telephone networks.

Top Cities & Municipalities Served in Area Code 512

Urban centers, census places, and communities within the +1-512 calling area

50 Major Cities Listed

City Name	County	Population	% of 512 Pop
Austin	Travis County	1,002,632	52.4%
Round Rock	Williamson County	141,282	7.4%
Georgetown	Williamson County	106,907	5.6%
Leander	Williamson County	91,132	4.8%
Cedar Park	Williamson County	79,032	4.1%
San Marcos	Hays County	77,830	4.1%
Kyle	Hays County	69,917	3.7%
Pflugerville	Williamson County	68,316	3.6%
Hutto	Williamson County	46,048	2.4%
Manor	Travis County	23,070	1.2%
Lakeway	Hays County	19,027	1.0%
Taylor	Williamson County	18,402	1.0%
Lockhart	Caldwell County	18,159	0.9%
Buda	Hays County	16,166	0.8%
Bastrop	Bastrop County	13,383	0.7%
Elgin	Bastrop County	13,327	0.7%
Liberty Hill	Williamson County	13,317	0.7%
Dripping Springs	Hays County	11,167	0.6%
Lago Vista	Travis County	10,498	0.5%
Bee Cave	Hays County	8,464	0.4%

Counties Covered by Area Code 512

Geographic county distribution and population coverage across Texas

County Name	Total Population	% of 512 Area	% of County
Travis County	1,374,921	54.7%	76%
Williamson County	729,013	29.9%	79%
Hays County	294,339	11.2%	73%
Bastrop County	115,937	1.6%	27%
Caldwell County	52,939	1.2%	43%
Lampasas County	23,576	0.5%	43%
Burnet County	56,004	0.5%	16%
Milam County	26,254	0.4%	29%

☎️Area Code 512 Exchange Prefixes & Carriers

Showing 50 of 800 central office 3-digit prefixes and assigned telecom carriers

64% Landline30% Wireless6% VoIP

Prefix	Line Usage	Rate Center	Assigned Carrier	Assign Date
(512) 200-	📱Wireless	AUSTIN	T-MOBILE USA, INC.	N/A
(512) 201-	📱Wireless	AUSTIN	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - TX	12/20/2011
(512) 202-	📱Wireless	AUSTIN	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - TX	01/19/2012
(512) 203-	📱Wireless	AUSTIN	T-MOBILE USA, INC.	11/14/2002
(512) 204-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	AMERICAN MESSAGING SERVICES, LLC	N/A
(512) 205-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SPOK, INC.	N/A
(512) 206-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 207-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 208-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	AMERICAN MESSAGING SERVICES, LLC	N/A
(512) 209-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	AMERICAN MESSAGING SERVICES, LLC	05/01/2001
(512) 210-	📱Wireless	SAN MARCOS	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - TX	03/27/2015
(512) 211-	📞Landline	XXXXXXXXXX	MULTIPLE OCN LISTING	N/A
(512) 212-	📱Wireless	MARTINDALE	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - IL	03/09/2004
(512) 213-	📞Landline	LOCKHART	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - TX	02/11/2003
(512) 214-	📱Wireless	SAN MARCOS	T-MOBILE USA, INC.	10/20/2014
(512) 215-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	TWC IP ENABLED SERVICES, LLC	03/10/2004
(512) 216-	📱Wireless	SAN MARCOS	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - IL	11/01/2006
(512) 217-	📱Wireless	AUSTIN	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - IL	N/A
(512) 218-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 219-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 220-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	GRANDE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS, INC. - TX	N/A
(512) 221-	📱Wireless	AUSTIN	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - IL	04/15/2011
(512) 222-	📱Wireless	AUSTIN	EVOLVE CELLULAR, INC.	02/18/2010
(512) 223-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 224-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 225-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	LEVEL 3 OF TELECOM OF TEXAS, LLC - TX	N/A
(512) 226-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 227-	📞Landline	LOCKHART	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	05/09/2001
(512) 228-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 229-	📞Landline	ELGIN	U.S. TELEPACIFIC CORP. DBA TPX COMMUNICATIONS	N/A
(512) 230-	📱Wireless	AUSTIN	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - TX	03/25/2011
(512) 231-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 232-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 233-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC - TX	N/A
(512) 234-	📱Wireless	BURNET	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - TX	05/07/2002
(512) 235-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SPOK, INC.	N/A
(512) 236-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 237-	📞Landline	SMITHVILLE	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 238-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 239-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 240-	📞Landline	GEORGETOWN	GRANDE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS, INC. - TX	N/A
(512) 241-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 242-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 243-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 244-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 245-	📞Landline	SAN MARCOS	BRIGHTSPEED OF SOUTHERN TEXAS, INC.	N/A
(512) 246-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 247-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 248-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A
(512) 249-	📞Landline	AUSTIN	SOUTHWESTERN BELL	N/A

Frequently Asked Questions about Area Code 512

Where is area code 512 located?

Area code 512 is located in Texas (United States), serving cities like Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, Leander, Cedar Park, San Marcos, Kyle, Pflugerville, Hutto, Manor.