Area Code 759 – Hidalgo
The phone area code for Hidalgo is 759 (international format +52759). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 759
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📍 Geographic Location of Hidalgo
Overview of Area Code 759
Area code 759 is a geographic numbering plan area within the Mexican dialing plan, assigned to the state of Hidalgo. It serves the central-eastern portion of the country, covering municipalities such as Zimapán, Tasquillo, Tecozautla, and Huichapan, among others. This region is characterized by its mix of urban centers and rural communities, with economic activities ranging from agriculture to tourism, particularly in the Mezquital Valley and the Sierra Gorda.
Geographic Coverage and Jurisdiction
The 759 area code falls under the administrative jurisdiction of the state of Hidalgo, which is bordered by Querétaro, San Luis Potosí, Veracruz, Puebla, and the State of México. Key towns within this code include Zimapán, known for its mining history and the Zimapán Dam; Tecozautla, famous for its geothermal springs; and Huichapan, a Pueblo Mágico with colonial architecture. The region is served by both Telmex and other carriers, providing PSTN and VoIP services.
Dialing Formats
For local calls within the same area code, subscribers typically dial the seven-digit local number. However, due to the implementation of the national dialing plan in Mexico, all calls, including local ones, now require the full ten-digit number (area code + local number) when dialing from any phone, including mobile. For example, to call a landline in Zimapán from within Mexico, you would dial: 759 XXX XXXX.
For international callers, the format is: +52 759 XXX XXXX. This applies when calling from any country outside Mexico. The plus sign represents the international access code (e.g., 011 from the US/Canada), followed by Mexico's country code 52, the area code 759, and the seven-digit subscriber number.
Overlay Considerations
As of now, there is no overlay area code for 759; it is the sole area code serving this region. However, the Mexican telecom regulator (IFT) has implemented ten-digit dialing nationwide, so callers must always include the area code even for local calls. This eliminates the need for separate local and long-distance dialing rules, simplifying the process for both residents and visitors.
Caller Instructions
For local callers within the 759 area: simply dial the seven-digit number. For callers from other parts of Mexico: dial 759 followed by the seven-digit number. For international callers: dial your country's exit code, then 52, then 759, and the seven-digit number. Ensure you drop any leading trunk prefix (e.g., 01) when dialing internationally.
This area code is also used for mobile services, as mobile numbers in Mexico are non-geographic and may have area codes that do not reflect the user's location. However, landline numbers under 759 are fixed to the geographic region described.