Area code 575 serves eastern and southern New Mexico, including cities such as Las Cruces, Roswell, Clovis, and Carlsbad. It was created in 2007 from a split of the original 505 area code to address number depletion and better serve the state’s growing telecommunications needs. The region includes a wide range of landscapes—from deserts and mountain ranges to small towns and agricultural communities. It is known for its oil and gas industries, as well as national parks and research centers. 575 is a standalone area code that reflects the unique identity and vastness of rural New Mexico.