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Why choose a Fort Collins virtual phone number?
Selling on local marketplaces
A 970 number tells buyers on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace that you're actually in Fort Collins, not out of state. That builds trust faster and keeps your personal number out of the listing.
Dating with some distance
Give out a 970 number when you're matching with people around Fort Collins. You stay reachable without giving strangers your main line before you're ready.
Moving to or from Fort Collins
If you're relocating between Fort Collins and the Denver metro, a 970 number lets you keep a local presence here even while you settle in around 303 or 720 territory, or the other way around.
Job hunting in Northern Colorado
Recruiters and hiring managers in Fort Collins often notice a local 970 area code on a resume or callback number. It signals you're already in the area, not commuting from across the state.
Keeping work and life separate
Use a second 970 number for freelance work, a side business, or Craigslist deals, and leave your personal number for friends and family.
Staying connected after you leave
If you move away from Fort Collins, you can keep your 970 number active on Ghost so old contacts, clients, or landlords can still reach you the same way.
How to get a Fort Collins phone number
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Pick the area code your contacts recognize. Every code below is in service in Fort Collins today.
| Area code | Serves | |
|---|---|---|
| +1 970 | Fort Collins | Get a 970 number |
| +1 303 | Denver | Get a 303 number |
| +1 720 | Denver | Get a 720 number |
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Why do business in Fort Collins?
Fort Collins sits at the center of Northern Colorado's economy, with a mix of higher education, technology, and outdoor recreation shaping daily life and work in the area.
Higher Education
Fort Collins is home to a major university, which brings a steady flow of students, faculty, and staff who often need a local number for housing, jobs, and marketplace deals.
Technology and Manufacturing
The city has a strong base of technology and precision manufacturing employers, drawing workers and job seekers who want a 970 number on their resume.
Outdoor Recreation and Tourism
Proximity to the Rocky Mountains supports a steady outdoor recreation and tourism economy, with seasonal workers and visitors often needing a temporary local contact number.
About Fort Collins
Area codes in service
3
Population
170,924
The 970 area code covers Fort Collins and most of Northern Colorado, while 303 and 720 serve the Denver metro area to the south. A 970 number signals you're local to Fort Collins specifically, not just somewhere in Colorado.
Fort Collins runs on Mountain Time. If you're calling contacts in Denver on 303 or 720, you're in the same time zone, so there's no scheduling math to do.
With a population of 170,924, Fort Collins is one of the larger cities in Northern Colorado, big enough that a local 970 number carries real weight with buyers, landlords, and employers who filter out unfamiliar area codes.
Frequently asked questions
How fast can I get a Fort Collins phone number?
You can pick a 970 number and start using it on your iPhone within minutes of downloading Ghost.
Can I choose a 970 number specifically, or will I get assigned one?
You choose. Ghost lets you pick your area code, so you can select 970 to match Fort Collins, or another area code if you need it for a different purpose.
What does Ghost cost?
Ghost Premium is $60 every 2 months and includes 5 phone numbers, unlimited calling and texting in the US and Canada, your choice of area code, and the ability to delete and replace your number. Cancel anytime. No contracts.
Can I use a Fort Collins number if I don't live there yet?
Yes. People planning a move to Fort Collins often set up a 970 number ahead of time so it's ready to use once they arrive.
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