What is 573 area code?

The 573 area code is located in the state of Missouri in the United States. It covers a large portion of central and southeastern Missouri, including cities such as Columbia, Jefferson City, Cape Girardeau, and Poplar Bluff. The 573 area code was created in 1996 when it split from the original 314 area code. The area code is currently in service and is used for both landline and mobile phone numbers in the region.