Why Get a U.S. Local Business Phone Number?
6 Ways to Get a U.S. Local Phone Number
1. VoIP Phone Providers (Best for Most Businesses)
Top Services:
RingCentral – Reliable, feature-rich (auto-attendant, call recording).
Google Voice – Free for personal use, $10+/month for business.
Grasshopper – Simple setup for solopreneurs.
Nextiva – Great for customer support teams.
How It Works:
Sign up for a VoIP service.
Choose a local area code (e.g., 212 for NYC, 310 for LA).
Set up call forwarding to your existing phone.
Cost: $10–$30/month per user.
2. Virtual Phone Number Apps
Best for: Freelancers, remote teams.
Options:
OpenPhone – Easy-to-use, SMS/MMS support.
Line2 – Second line on your smartphone.
TextNow – Free option (with ads).
Setup: Download app → Pick area code → Start calling.