Area Code 409 Information
Area Code | 409 |
Population | 142427 |
Type of Code: | General Purpose Code |
Geographic(G) or non-geographic(N): | G |
Is this code assigned: | Yes |
Is this code in use: | Y |
In service date: | 1982-01-11 |
Planning Letter(s): | 556 544 |
Location: | TX |
Country: | US |
Time Zone: | C |
Parent NPA: | 713 |
Area code 409 is located in the Southeastern part of Texas, primarily serving the Golden Triangle region, which consists of Beaumont, Port Arthur, and Orange. This region is popularly known for its oil refineries and oil-related industries. Area code 409 covers significant counties, including Jefferson, Galveston, Orange, Newton, Jasper, Hardin, and Chambers. In addition to the major cities, it serves small towns and communities such as Nederland, Groves, Lumberton, Silsbee, Mauriceville, and Bolivar Peninsula.
Zip Codes
Area code 409 includes multiple zip codes that range from 75933 to 77670. Some significant zip codes within this area code include:
- 77642 for Port Arthur
- 77701 through 77708 for Beaumont
- 77630 for Orange
- 77713 for Beaumont
- 77632 for Orange
- 77662 for Vidor
- 77619 for Groves
Population
According to the 2020 Census, area code 409 has a population of about 550,000 residents. The majority of the population lives in Beaumont, Port Arthur, and Orange - the three main cities of the Golden Triangle. Beaumont is the largest of the three cities, with an estimated population of over 116,000, followed by Port Arthur at 54,000 and Orange at 18,000 residents. Various industries support The region economically, with the oil-refining and petrochemical sectors playing a significant role.
Time Zone
Area code 409 is within the Central Time Zone, 6 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC-6). It follows Central Daylight Time (CDT) during daylight saving time, which is UTC-5.
History
The history of area code 409 began when it was created in October 1983 as a split from area code 713, initially serving the entire southeastern quadrant of Texas. It was created due to rapid population growth and the increasing need for more telephone numbers in the region. In 2000, area code 409 was overlaid with area codes 936 and 979, creating the current dialing pattern in the region.
Prominent Features and Attractions
Area code 409 is home to many exciting attractions and places to explore. For nature enthusiasts, Beaumont offers numerous parks, such as Big Thicket National Preserve, Cattail Marsh & Wetlands, and Gator Country Wildlife Adventure Park. The Texas Energy Museum, which celebrates petroleum science and history, and the Spindletop-Gladys City Boomtown Museum, which showcases life in the early 1900s, are must-visits.
The area boasts several museums and galleries for culture and arts, some notable ones being the Museum of the Gulf Coast in Port Arthur, the Art Museum of Southeast Texas, and the Stark Museum of Art in Orange. Residents and visitors can also enjoy performances by the Symphony of Southeast Texas, Beaumont Ballet Theatre, or the Port Arthur Little Theatre.
Area code 409 provides a unique blend of industry, history, and outdoor recreational opportunities for Southeast Texas residents and visitors alike. It boasts a diverse population rich in culture and a solid economic foundation centered around the oil refining and petrochemical industries. With its deep roots in Texas history and a wide range of activities, area code 409 is a vibrant and exciting region to discover.
Area Code Zipcodes
Zipcode | City | State |
75928 | BON WIER | Texas |
75930 | BRONSON | Texas |
75930 | ROSEVINE | Texas |
75931 | BROOKELAND | Texas |
75931 | BROWNDELL | Texas |
75932 | BURKEVILLE | Texas |
75932 | SHANKLEVILLE | Texas |
75932 | SYCAMORE | Texas |
75932 | TOLEDO | Texas |
75933 | CALL | Texas |
75933 | OLD SALEM | Texas |
75933 | TROUT CREEK | Texas |
75938 | COLMESNEIL | Texas |
75938 | ROCKLAND | Texas |
75942 | DOUCETTE | Texas |
75948 | EAST MAYFIELD | Texas |
75948 | FAIRDALE | Texas |
75948 | FAIRMOUNT | Texas |
75948 | HEMPHILL | Texas |
75951 | BEECH GROVE | Texas |
75951 | CURTIS | Texas |
75951 | ERIN | Texas |
75951 | HARRISBURG | Texas |
75951 | HOLLY SPRINGS | Texas |
75951 | JASPER | Texas |
75954 | HANSON | Texas |
75954 | HASLAM | Texas |
75954 | JOAQUIN | Texas |
75954 | PAXTON | Texas |
75956 | BLEAKWOOD | Texas |
75956 | BON AMI | Texas |
75956 | KIRBYVILLE | Texas |
75956 | MAGNOLIA SPGS | Texas |
75956 | MAGNOLIA SPRINGS | Texas |
75956 | MOUNT UNION | Texas |
75956 | ROGANVILLE | Texas |
75959 | GENEVA | Texas |
75959 | MILAM | Texas |
75959 | MILAND | Texas |
75959 | MILANE | Texas |
75959 | MILDLAND | Texas |
75966 | NEWTON | Texas |
75968 | PINELAND | Texas |
75977 | FARRSVILLE | Texas |
75977 | INDIAN HILL | Texas |
75977 | JAMESTOWN | Texas |
75977 | MATTOX | Texas |
75977 | MAYFLOWER | Texas |
75977 | WIERGATE | Texas |
75979 | DIES | Texas |
75979 | EMILEE | Texas |
75979 | PEDIGO | Texas |
75979 | TOWN BLUFF | Texas |
75979 | WOODVILLE | Texas |
75990 | GIB LEWIS PRISON | Texas |
75990 | WOODVILLE | Texas |
77510 | ALTA LOMA | Texas |
77510 | SANTA FE | Texas |
77510 | TEXAS CITY | Texas |
77514 | ANAHUAC | Texas |
77514 | MONROE CITY | Texas |
77517 | ARCADIA | Texas |
77517 | SANTA FE | Texas |
77518 | BACLIFF | Texas |
77538 | DEVERS | Texas |
77550 | GALVESTON | Texas |
77550 | JAMAICA BEACH | Texas |
77550 | VIRGINIA POINT | Texas |
77551 | GALVESTON | Texas |
77552 | GALVESTON | Texas |
77553 | GALVESTON | Texas |
77554 | GALVESTON | Texas |
77554 | JAMAICA BEACH | Texas |
77554 | TIKI ISLAND | Texas |
77554 | WEST GALVESTON | Texas |
77555 | GALVESTON | Texas |
77555 | U OF T MED BR AT GALVESTON | Texas |
77560 | HANKAMER | Texas |
77560 | HAUKANIER | Texas |
77563 | BAYOU VISTA | Texas |
77563 | HITCHCOCK | Texas |
77568 | LA MARQUE | Texas |
77568 | TEXAS CITY | Texas |
77590 | TEXAS CITY | Texas |
77590 | WEST TEXAS CITY | Texas |
77591 | TEXAS CITY | Texas |
77591 | WEST TEXAS CITY | Texas |
77592 | TEXAS CITY | Texas |
77597 | WALLISVILLE | Texas |
77611 | BRIDGE CITY | Texas |
77612 | BUNA | Texas |
77613 | CHINA | Texas |
77614 | DEWEYVILLE | Texas |
77615 | EVADALE | Texas |
77616 | FRED | Texas |
77617 | CAPLEN | Texas |
77617 | GILCHRIST | Texas |
77619 | GROVES | Texas |
77619 | STEELTOWN | Texas |
77622 | HAMSHIRE | Texas |
77623 | HIGH ISLAND | Texas |
77624 | HILLISTER | Texas |
77625 | HONEY ISLAND | Texas |
77625 | KOUNTZE | Texas |
77626 | MAURICEVILLE | Texas |
77627 | NEDERLAND | Texas |
77629 | NOME | Texas |
77630 | ORANGE | Texas |
77630 | WEST ORANGE | Texas |
77631 | ORANGE | Texas |
77632 | ORANGE | Texas |
77639 | ORANGEFIELD | Texas |
77640 | GRIFFING | Texas |
77640 | GRIFFING PARK | Texas |
77640 | PEAR RIDGE | Texas |
77640 | PORT ACRES | Texas |
77640 | PORT ARTHUR | Texas |
77640 | PT ACRES | Texas |
77640 | SABINE | Texas |
77640 | WEST PORT ARTHUR | Texas |
77641 | PORT ARTHUR | Texas |
77642 | PORT ARTHUR | Texas |
77643 | PORT ARTHUR | Texas |
77650 | BOLIVAR | Texas |
77650 | CRYSTAL BEACH | Texas |
77650 | PORT BOLIVAR | Texas |
77651 | PORT NECHES | Texas |
77655 | SABINE PASS | Texas |
77656 | SILSBEE | Texas |
77657 | LUMBERTON | Texas |
77657 | ROSE HILL ACRES | Texas |
77657 | ROSE HL ACRES | Texas |
77659 | GRAYBURG | Texas |
77659 | SOUR LAKE | Texas |
77660 | SPURGER | Texas |
77661 | FIGRIDGE | Texas |
77661 | STOWELL | Texas |
77662 | NORTH VIDOR | Texas |
77662 | PINE FOREST | Texas |
77662 | ROSE CITY | Texas |
77662 | VIDOR | Texas |
77663 | VILLAGE MILLS | Texas |
77663 | WILDWOOD | Texas |
77664 | WARREN | Texas |
77665 | WINNIE | Texas |
77670 | VIDOR | Texas |
77701 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77702 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77703 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77704 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77705 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77705 | CHEEK | Texas |
77705 | FANNETT | Texas |
77705 | TAYLOR LANDING | Texas |
77705 | TAYLOR LNDG | Texas |
77706 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77707 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77707 | LAMAR UNIVERSITY | Texas |
77708 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77710 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77713 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77713 | BEVIL OAKS | Texas |
77720 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77725 | BEAUMONT | Texas |
77726 | BEAUMONT | Texas |