(980) Area Code Business Phone Numbers
Get a local Charlotte number that connects you to one of the fastest-growing metros in the country. The 980 area code was established in 2001 as an overlay for the greater Charlotte region.
Get a 980 NumberAbout the 980 Area Code
The 980 area code arrived in 2001 as an overlay on top of 704, which had covered Charlotte and its surrounding towns for decades. If your customers see a 980 number, they know you're rooted in the Queen City area, not somewhere five states away. That local signal still matters, especially in a market growing this fast.
Charlotte added 20,731 residents between 2024 and 2025, more than any other city in the country by raw numbers[1]. The regional economy pulled in $751 million in announced capital investment in Q2 2026 alone, with manufacturing and distribution leading the way[2]. Between the banking headquarters uptown and the light industrial belt out toward Concord and Kannapolis, there's a lot of new business phone lines being provisioned every month.
A 980 number tells a Matthews customer or a Huntersville contractor that they can call you without wondering about long distance or dialing across the country for support. Tonet lets you pick a 980 number in a few minutes, port over what you already have, and route calls to whoever needs to answer, in the office or on their cell.
Cities Served by the 980 Area Code
The 980 overlay covers Charlotte and the ring of towns and suburbs that make up Mecklenburg County and its neighbors. If you serve customers anywhere in this footprint, a 980 number keeps you in the same dialing world as the people you're calling.
Features Built for Charlotte Businesses
Whether you're running a law office in South End or a plumbing crew out of Concord, the phone system should keep up with a busy day and stay out of your way the rest of the time.
Auto Attendant
Route callers to sales, service, or billing without paying someone to answer the main line all day. Set different greetings for after hours or holidays.
Call Recording
Keep recordings of important calls for training or dispute resolution. Handy when a customer swears they were quoted a different price last Tuesday.
AI Transcription
Voicemails and recorded calls come back as searchable text, so you can skim what came in without listening to fifteen minutes of audio.
Business SMS
Text customers from the same 980 number you call from. Great for appointment confirmations and quick updates that don't need a phone call.
Mobile App
Take business calls from your cell phone without giving out your personal number. Works whether you're uptown or driving up to Statesville for a job.
Daily Billing
Plans start at $10 per user per month, billed daily. No annual contracts, and each phone number is $2.50 a month. Add or remove users when your headcount shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a 980 number if I'm not physically in Charlotte?
Yes. You can pick a 980 number from anywhere. Customers in the Charlotte region will still see it as a local call, which is the main reason most businesses want one.
What's the difference between 980 and 704?
They cover the same geographic area. 704 was the original Charlotte area code, and 980 was added as an overlay in 2001 because 704 was running out of numbers. Both are considered local.
How long does it take to get a 980 number set up?
New numbers can usually be provisioned the same day. Porting an existing 980 number from another provider typically takes 7 to 10 business days, depending on your current carrier.
Does the 980 area code work with SMS?
Yes. Tonet numbers in the 980 area code support two-way business texting, so you can send appointment reminders or reply to customer questions from the same number.
Do I need a contract to get a 980 number?
No. Tonet plans are billed daily with no annual commitment. If your team grows in the summer and shrinks in the winter, you only pay for what you actually use.
Sound local in the Queen City
Pick a 980 number, port your existing line, or set up a full phone system in a few minutes.
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