Area Code 956 Information



Area Code 956
Population 257671
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: 1997-07-07
Planning Letter(s): 35
Location: TX
Country: US
Time Zone: C
Parent NPA: 210

Emerging in 1997 following a split from the 210 territory, area code 956 embraces the southern frontier of Texas, encompassing the counties of Hidalgo, Cameron, Willacy, and Jim Hogg. This area is home to vibrant cities including Brownsville, McAllen, Edinburg, Mission, Pharr, San Juan, Weslaco, Harlingen, San Benito, and Raymondville, each contributing to the region's unique character.

Area code 956 is meticulously organized with numerous ZIP codes aiding in efficient mail delivery and telecommunication services. For instance, Brownsville spans ZIP codes 78520 to 78526, McAllen ranges from 78501 to 78505, Edinburg covers 78539 to 78542, while Mission incorporates 78572, 78573, and 78574, among others. This structured ZIP code system underscores a well-orchestrated operational framework within the region.

Demographically, the 956 area showcases remarkable diversity. Census data reveals Hidalgo County as the most populated with around 870,000 residents, followed by Cameron County with nearly 423,000 inhabitants. Willacy and Jim Hogg Counties, on the other hand, harbor smaller populations of 21,000 and 5,200 respectively, culminating in a collective population exceeding one million under the 956 umbrella.

Economically, cities like Brownsville and McAllen stand out as powerhouses, their geographical proximity to Mexico fostering robust trade relations. Brownsville, a significant port city, thrives on international trade, academia, and manufacturing, while McAllen excels as a nexus of retail, healthcare, and global trade activities.

Aligned with the Central Time Zone, area code 956 is well-positioned for cross-regional communications, an essential factor for businesses and potential residents. The region benefits from the service of multiple telecommunication giants, ensuring extensive coverage and reliable service.

Culturally, the 956 territory resonates with a blend of Latino and Chicano influences, intertwining Texan and Mexican cultural legacies. The bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish among the majority of its residents enriches the cultural discourse. Iconic cultural celebrations like the Charro Days Fiesta in Brownsville and the Texas Onion Fest in Weslaco, alongside an array of fairs, parades, and festivities, hallmark the region's cultural richness.

Area Code Zipcodes



Zipcode City State
78001 ARTESIA WELLS Texas
78040 LAREDO Texas
78041 LAREDO Texas
78042 LAREDO Texas
78043 LAREDO Texas
78043 RIO BRAVO Texas
78044 LAREDO Texas
78045 LAREDO Texas
78046 EL CENIZO Texas
78046 LAREDO Texas
78046 RIO BRAVO Texas
78067 SAN YGNACIO Texas
78076 ZAPATA Texas
78360 GUERRA Texas
78501 MC ALLEN Texas
78501 MCALLEN Texas
78502 MC ALLEN Texas
78502 MCALLEN Texas
78503 MC ALLEN Texas
78503 MCALLEN Texas
78504 MC ALLEN Texas
78504 MCALLEN Texas
78505 BONNER Texas
78505 KANE Texas
78505 MCALLEN Texas
78505 MCCOLL Texas
78516 ALAMO Texas
78516 CAMPO ALTO Texas
78516 EL GATO Texas
78520 ACACIA LAKE Texas
78520 BOCA CHICA Texas
78520 BROWNSVILLE Texas
78520 BVILLE Texas
78520 EL JARDIN Texas
78520 KELLER CORNER Texas
78520 KENNEDY SHORES Texas
78520 PALM VILLAGE Texas
78520 PALO ALTO BATTLEFIELD NATION Texas
78520 PORTWAY ACRES Texas
78520 VILLA CAVAZOS Texas
78520 VILLA NUEVA Texas
78521 BROWNSVILLE Texas
78522 BROWNSVILLE Texas
78523 BROWNSVILLE Texas
78526 BROWNSVILLE Texas
78535 COMBES Texas
78535 COMBY Texas
78536 DELMITA Texas
78536 EL CENTRO Texas
78536 LA REFORMA Texas
78537 DONNA Texas
78537 LA TIJERA Texas
78538 EDCOUCH Texas
78538 MONTE ALTO Texas
78539 EDINBURG Texas
78539 FAYSVILLE Texas
78539 LULL Texas
78539 RED GATE Texas
78539 SAN CARLOS Texas
78539 SAN JUAN COMMUNITY Texas
78540 EDINBURG Texas
78541 EDINBURG Texas
78542 EDINBURG Texas
78543 ELSA Texas
78543 ENGELMAN Texas
78545 FALCON HEIGHTS Texas
78545 FALCON HTS Texas
78545 FALCON VILLAGE Texas
78547 GARCIASVILLE Texas
78548 GRULLA Texas
78548 LA GRULLA Texas
78549 HARGILL Texas
78550 ADAMS GARDENS Texas
78550 ARROYO Texas
78550 AVONDALE Texas
78550 HARLINGEN Texas
78550 HGN Texas
78550 KAYARE Texas
78550 PRIMERA Texas
78550 STUART PLACE Texas
78551 HARLINGEN Texas
78552 HARLINGEN Texas
78552 PALM VALLEY Texas
78553 HARLINGEN Texas
78557 HIDALGO Texas
78558 LA BLANCA Texas
78559 LA FERIA Texas
78559 LAFKIN Texas
78560 LA JOYA Texas
78561 LASARA Texas
78562 LA VILLA Texas
78563 LINN Texas
78563 PUERTO RICO Texas
78564 FALCON Texas
78564 LOPENO Texas
78565 CURVITAS Texas
78565 LOS EBANOS Texas
78566 BAYVIEW Texas
78566 INDIAN LAKE Texas
78566 LOS FRESNOS Texas
78567 LOS INDIOS Texas
78568 LOZANO Texas
78569 LOS COYOTES Texas
78569 LYFORD Texas
78569 STOCKHOLM Texas
78570 HEIDELBERG Texas
78570 MERCEDES Texas
78570 RELAMPAGO Texas
78570 RIO RICO Texas
78570 THAYER Texas
78572 ABRAM Texas
78572 CHIHUAHUA Texas
78572 CITRUS CITY Texas
78572 GRANJENO Texas
78572 HAVANA Texas
78572 MADERO Texas
78572 MISSION Texas
78572 PALMHURST Texas
78572 PALMVIEW Texas
78572 PEREZVILLE Texas
78572 SHARYLAND Texas
78573 ALTON Texas
78573 MISSION Texas
78573 PALMHURST Texas
78574 MISSION Texas
78574 PALMHURST Texas
78574 PALMVIEW Texas
78575 OLMITO Texas
78575 RANCHO VIEJO Texas
78576 PENITAS Texas
78577 LAS MILPAS Texas
78577 PHARR Texas
78578 BAHIA MAR Texas
78578 ISABEL Texas
78578 LAGUNA HEIGHTS Texas
78578 LAGUNA HTS Texas
78578 LAGUNA VISTA Texas
78578 PORT ISABEL Texas
78578 PT ISABEL Texas
78579 PROGRESO Texas
78580 PORFIRIO Texas
78580 RAYMONDVILLE Texas
78580 SANTA MONICA Texas
78580 WILLAMAR Texas
78582 EL SAUZ Texas
78582 ESCOBARES Texas
78582 FORT RINGGOLD Texas
78582 GARCENO Texas
78582 LA CASITA Texas
78582 RINCON Texas
78582 RIO GRANDE Texas
78582 RIO GRANDE CITY Texas
78582 RIO GRANDE CY Texas
78582 SANTA CATARINA Texas
78582 SANTA CRUZ Texas
78582 VILLAREALES Texas
78583 RIO HONDO Texas
78584 FALCON Texas
78584 FRONTON Texas
78584 LOS SAENZ Texas
78584 ROMA Texas
78585 SALINENO Texas
78586 CARRICITOS Texas
78586 COLABOZ Texas
78586 LA PALOMA Texas
78586 LANDRUM Texas
78586 LAS RUSIAS Texas
78586 LAURELES Texas
78586 LOS CUATES Texas
78586 RANCHITO Texas
78586 RANGERVILLE Texas
78586 SAN BENITO Texas
78586 YESCAS Texas
78588 SAN ISIDRO Texas
78589 LOPEZVILLE Texas
78589 SAN JUAN Texas
78590 SAN PERLITA Texas
78591 LA GLORIA Texas
78591 SANTA ELENA Texas
78592 BLUETOWN Texas
78592 SANTA MARIA Texas
78593 ROGERSLACY Texas
78593 SANTA ROSA Texas
78594 SEBASTIAN Texas
78595 SULLIVAN CITY Texas
78596 PROGRESO LAKES Texas
78596 PROGRESO LKS Texas
78596 RAMONA Texas
78596 WESLACO Texas
78597 S PADRE ISLE Texas
78597 SOUTH PADRE ISLAND Texas
78598 PORT MANSFIELD Texas
78598 PRT MANSFIELD Texas
78598 RAYMONDVILLE Texas
78599 WESLACO Texas

FAQ


Where is area code 956?

The Area code 956 is located in Texas and includes the following cities:
  • Brownsville
  • Edinburg
  • Harlingen
  • Laredo
  • McAllen
  • Mission
  • Pharr
  • San Benito
  • San Juan
  • Weslaco