Area code 662 serves northern Mississippi, including cities such as Tupelo, Oxford, Southaven, and Greenville. It was created in 1999 from a split of area code 601 to provide better service to the rapidly growing northern region. The 662 area encompasses a mix of college towns, agricultural communities, and suburbs of Memphis, Tennessee. Oxford, home to the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss), adds educational and cultural depth to the region. The area code is widely used in local branding, particularly in connection with sports, education, and Southern culture. 662 remains a standalone code with strong regional identity.