Area Code 592 – Estado de Mexico
The phone area code for Estado de Mexico is 592 (international format +52592). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 592
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📍 Geographic Location of Estado de Mexico
Overview of Area Code 592
Area code 592 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the State of Mexico (Estado de Mexico), one of the 32 federal entities of Mexico. It serves a region located in the central part of the country, within the Valley of Mexico, but outside the Mexico City metropolitan area proper. The code covers several municipalities and localities, including but not limited to Amecameca, Atlautla, Ayapango, Cocotitlan, Ecatzingo, Juchitepec, Ozumba, Tepetlixpa, and Tlalmanalco. These towns are situated in the eastern part of the State of Mexico, near the foothills of the Popocatepetl and Iztaccihuatl volcanoes, and are known for their scenic landscapes and agricultural activities.
Dialing Formats and Usage
When dialing a number within area code 592 from within Mexico, the national long-distance format is used: 01 592 XXX XX XX. The leading 01 is the national trunk prefix, followed by the area code (592) and the seven-digit local number. For callers outside Mexico, the international format is +52 592 XXX XX XX, where +52 is Mexico's country calling code. Note that the national trunk prefix (01) is not used when dialing from abroad.
Local calls within the same area code do not require the trunk prefix or area code; only the seven-digit subscriber number is dialed. However, due to the proximity to Mexico City and the high volume of intercity traffic, callers should always verify the correct dialing procedure with their service provider, especially when using VoIP or mobile networks.
Geographic and Administrative Context
The region covered by 592 is part of the Oriente (Eastern) region of the State of Mexico. The state itself surrounds Mexico City on three sides and is one of the most populous in the country. The municipalities served by 592 are primarily rural and semi-urban, with economies based on agriculture, forestry, and small-scale commerce. The area is also a popular weekend destination for residents of Mexico City, offering access to national parks and archaeological sites.
From a telecommunications perspective, area code 592 is a geographic code, meaning that the number is tied to a physical location. However, with the advent of number portability, subscribers may retain their numbers even if they move within the same geographic area, but the code itself remains associated with the original region.
Caller Instructions
- Local callers (within 592): dial the 7-digit local number directly.
- National callers (from other area codes in Mexico): dial 01 592 XXX XX XX.
- International callers: dial +52 592 XXX XX XX.
For example, to call a business in Amecameca from the United States, you would dial +52 592 123 45 67 (replace with the actual number). Always ensure you have the correct number of digits; local numbers in this area are seven digits long.