(973) Area Code Business Phone Numbers
The 973 area code covers Newark and much of northern New Jersey, from the Passaic River suburbs to the working neighborhoods of Essex and Passaic counties. Split off from 201 back in 1997, it still carries real weight with the customers and vendors who live and work here.
Get a 973 NumberAbout the 973 Area Code
When 973 broke off from 201 in 1997, it took Newark and most of the older suburbs with it. The footprint reaches from Montclair and West Orange out to Wayne and West Milford, threading through Paterson, Clifton, and Passaic along the way. If your customers grew up in North Jersey, they still recognize the code on sight.
Newark itself sits at around 326,206 people as of 2026 [1], and the Newark Regional Business Partnership recently highlighted arts, hospitality, and sports as the sectors pulling investment into the Greater Newark area [2]. That mix, plus the healthcare and logistics work anchored around the port and the airport, keeps demand steady for local trades, professional services, and neighborhood shops.
New Jersey has roughly 1.1 million small businesses, which is about 99.7% of every business in the state [3]. In that kind of crowded market, a 973 caller ID tells a Bloomfield homeowner or a Livingston office manager that you're not a stranger with a script. Tonet gives you that number without asking you to sign anything long term.
Cities Served by the 973 Area Code
973 stretches across Essex, Passaic, Morris, and parts of Sussex counties. Whether your customers are in downtown Newark or up in the hills near West Milford, a local number keeps you inside their comfort zone.
What You Get With a 973 Number
The features below come standard, whether you're running a two-person law office in Morristown or a busy HVAC crew out of Paterson.
Auto Attendant
Route callers to sales, service, or the right technician without hiring a receptionist. Handy when the whole team is out on jobs across the county.
Call Recording
Keep a record of estimates, service scheduling, and customer requests. Useful when a Clifton homeowner remembers the quote differently than you do.
AI Transcription
Voicemails land in your inbox as readable text, so you can skim ten messages between meetings instead of listening to each one.
Business SMS
Text appointment reminders and follow-ups from your 973 number. Most Newark and Paterson customers prefer a quick text to a callback.
Mobile App
Take business calls on your cell without giving out your personal number. Works the same whether you're at the Prudential Center or stuck on Route 3.
Daily Billing
Plans start at $10 per user per month, billed daily, so a slow week doesn't sting. Extra numbers are $2.50 each per month.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a 973 number if my business isn't in New Jersey?
Yes. Tonet numbers are cloud based, so you can pick up a 973 line even if your team works out of Florida or Texas. It just needs to be assigned to your account.
Is 973 still considered a Newark number?
Yes. 973 was created in 1997 for Newark and the surrounding North Jersey area, and it still covers Essex, Passaic, Morris, and parts of Sussex counties. Locals recognize it as home.
What's the difference between 973 and 862?
862 is the overlay that was added later to cover the same geographic footprint once 973 numbers started running short. Both work the same, but 973 tends to feel more established.
Can I keep my existing 973 number if I switch to Tonet?
Yes. Porting a working 973 number over is free, and your old service keeps running until the port completes so you don't miss calls.
What does a 973 line actually cost?
Plans start at $10 per user per month, billed daily, with no contract. Extra numbers run $2.50 each per month if you want a second line for a shop or a second location.
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