Area code 928 serves a vast portion of northern and western Arizona, including major cities like Flagstaff, Yuma, Prescott, Lake Havasu City, Kingman, and Page. Created in 2001 from a split of area code 520, 928 was implemented to accommodate the growth of northern and western regions that had previously shared 520 with Tucson. This region spans the Grand Canyon, the Colorado River, and stretches into Native American reservations such as the Navajo Nation and Hopi lands. The code is integral to communities that rely heavily on tourism, such as Sedona and the Grand Canyon Village, making it a vital identifier in Arizona’s scenic corridor. Because of its unique geographical coverage and cultural significance, 928 reflects the diversity of Arizona—from forested mountain towns to desert cities. Despite its large area, the region’s lower population density has allowed 928 to remain a standalone code without the need for an overlay.