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Get a real North Dakota phone number with the 701 area code, the only area code in the entire state. Whether you're in Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, or a small town in between, a 701 number tells people you're local. Start in minutes.
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Why choose a North Dakota virtual phone number?
Sell without confusion
List a truck, farm equipment, or furniture with a 701 number and North Dakota buyers know right away you're nearby. No one wonders why an out-of-state number is selling something in their town.
Dating with a local first impression
If you're dating in Fargo or Bismarck, a 701 number matches what people expect to see. It's one less thing to explain before the first conversation even starts.
Moving to or from North Dakota
If you're relocating for work or school, get a 701 number before you arrive so you can line up housing and appointments ahead of time, or keep your old area code alive while you settle into a new one.
Job hunting across the state
North Dakota's job market spans energy, agriculture, and healthcare towns spread far apart. A 701 number on your resume signals you're a local candidate no matter which part of the state the job is in.
Keep work and personal calls apart
If you take on side work, farm-related business, or freelance gigs, a second 701 number keeps those calls and texts separate from your personal line.
Community trust in small towns
In smaller North Dakota communities, a familiar area code carries weight. A 701 number helps you fit in, whether you're renting a place, joining a group, or doing business with neighbors.
How to get a North Dakota phone number
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Pick your area code
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Start calling and texting
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Stay in control
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Pick the area code your contacts recognize. Every code below is in service in North Dakota today.
| Area code | Serves | |
|---|---|---|
| +1 701 | Fargo | Get a 701 number |
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Why do business in North Dakota?
North Dakota's economy centers on a few key industries spread across a large, rural state. A local 701 number fits naturally into how business gets done here.
Agriculture
Farming and ranching are central to North Dakota's economy and identity, with grain and livestock production shaping much of the state's rural communities.
Energy
North Dakota is a significant producer of oil and natural gas, with energy work driving activity in the western part of the state.
Logistics and transportation
As a Plains state connecting agricultural and energy production to wider markets, North Dakota relies heavily on trucking, rail, and other transportation networks.
About North Dakota
Area codes in service
1
Population
796,568
Time zones
Chicago, Denver
North Dakota has just one area code, 701, and it covers the whole state. That means Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, and every rural county share the same code, so a 701 number reads as North Dakota no matter where in the state you're calling from or to.
North Dakota is split across two time zones. Most of the state, including Fargo and Bismarck, runs on Central time, while the southwestern corner near the Montana border runs on Mountain time. Keep that in mind if you're calling contacts on the western edge of the state.
With a population of 796,568, North Dakota is one of the least densely populated states in the country. A local 701 number helps you stand out as a known, local contact in a state where personal connections and small-town networks matter.
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Frequently asked questions
How fast can I get a North Dakota phone number?
You can get a 701 number set up in the app in minutes. Pick your area code, choose a number, and start calling and texting right away.
Can I choose the 701 area code specifically?
Yes. Since 701 is the only area code covering North Dakota, it's the option you'll see and pick when you set up your number in the app.
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 keep my North Dakota number if I move out of state?
Yes. Your 701 number stays with you in the app, so you can keep your North Dakota identity for calls and texts even after you relocate.
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