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US area code · Idaho

208 area code

Where the 208 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 208 number from anywhere.

CoversBoise, IdahoTime zoneMPTypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 208 area code is in Boise, Idaho, United States (MP). To call from abroad: +1 208 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateIdaho
Main areaBoise
Time zoneMP
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1947

The 208 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Boise, Idaho. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the MP time zone.

Overlay 208 shares its region

Several area codes cover the same geographic area, so two neighbours can have different codes. Because of the overlay, you must dial all 10 digits (area code + number) even for local calls.

208986

How to dial a 208 number

From abroad+1 208 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 208 555-0123
Locally (same area)208 555-0123

Cities in the 208 area code

A 208 number is usually in one of these places in Idaho — 9 counties.

Boise ";AdaCaldwell CanyonCoeur d'Alene KootenaiIdaho Falls BonnevilleLewiston Nez PerceMeridian AdaMoscow LatahNampa CanyonPocatello BannockTwin Falls Twin Falls

Other Idaho area codes

986

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 208 area code?

The 208 area code is in Boise, Idaho, United States (MP).

Is 208 an overlay area code?

Yes. 208 overlays the same region as 986, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 208?

Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.

How do I call a 208 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 208, then the number: +1 208 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 208 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 208

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 208, shared by 70 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Qwest Corporation18623%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless10413%
Onvoy, LLC628%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC577%
Ziply Fiber Northwest, LLC Dba Ziply Fiber547%
T-Mobile USA, Inc.476%

Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.

Complaints about 208 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
531
Recorded messages or robocalls
61%
Rank among area codes
#180 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (265)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (100)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (64)

Period Aug 26 – Sep 24, 2026. These are the numbers shown on the caller ID of the reported calls; many are spoofed and do not belong to the real caller.

Source: US Federal Trade Commission, Do Not Call reported calls data (daily files).

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