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Why choose a Locust virtual phone number?
Build rapport in Charlotte
When you call people in nearby Charlotte, a 704 or 980 number shows you are part of the local scene. It helps you blend in with the surrounding metro area.
Avoid spam on your main line
Residents in the region often report receiving unwanted calls regarding medical insurance scams. Using a separate number for public listings keeps your primary line off those lists.
Connect with Concord and Kannapolis
Many people living in Concord and Kannapolis also use the 704 or 980 area codes. Having a number with these codes makes your calls look familiar to neighbors across the county.
Manage interests in Monroe
If you are working on projects or logistics in Monroe, a local area code signals you are nearby. It removes the hesitation people feel when they see an unfamiliar area code.
Most popular Locust virtual phone numbers
| Area code | Serves | Get this area code |
|---|---|---|
| +1 704 | Charlotte | Get a 704 number |
| +1 980 | Charlotte | Get a 980 number |
Local economy
Why do business in Locust?
The economy around Locust relies on its proximity to the larger urban centers in the region.
Healthcare
The metro region sustains a large network of medical facilities that serve the growing population of 5,992 and surrounding areas.
Logistics
Given the proximity to Charlotte and its major transport hubs, distribution and logistics play a vital role in the daily economy.
Education
Local school systems and nearby collegiate institutions provide consistent employment and drive growth for the local communities.
About Locust
Area codes in service
2
Population
5,992
The 704 and 980 area codes serve the city of Locust and much of the surrounding region, including nearby Charlotte, Concord, and Kannapolis.
These codes share the same geographic area as an overlay. This means the entire region operates on Eastern Time and uses both codes for the same local footprint.
People in this part of North Carolina frequently report receiving unsolicited calls about home improvement services and vehicle warranties. Keeping a second number helps you screen these interactions without cluttering your personal phone.
Places near Locust
The closest place to Locust in the Census list is Stanfield, 2 miles south. The largest nearby is Charlotte (943,476 people), 23 miles west. 8 of the 8 places below also use the 704 area code: Stanfield, Midland, Oakboro, Mount Pleasant, Fairview, Harrisburg, Mint Hill and Unionville.
Stanfield, NC
2 mi south · 1,709 people · area code 704, 980
Midland, NC
5 mi west · 5,027 people · area code 704, 980
Oakboro, NC
6 mi southeast · 2,270 people · area code 704, 980
Mount Pleasant, NC
9 mi north · 1,776 people · area code 704, 980
Fairview, NC
9 mi southwest · 3,775 people · area code 704, 980
12 mi west · 20,335 people · area code 704, 980
14 mi southwest · 28,825 people · area code 704, 980
14 mi south · 7,258 people · area code 704, 980
Distances are straight-line between Census place centers.
Frequently asked questions
How fast can I get a Locust phone number?
You can select your 704 or 980 area code and activate your new Locust number in minutes using the app.
Does this provide a local presence for the Charlotte metro?
Yes. Since 704 and 980 cover the entire Charlotte region, your number will be recognized as local by those in nearby cities like Matthews and Mint Hill.
Can I use this number if I move to a different city?
You can keep your number regardless of where you are located. A Locust number remains a local number for anyone calling you from that area code.