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US area code · New York

212 area code

Where the 212 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 212 number from anywhere.

CoversNew York City, New YorkTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 212 area code is in New York City, New York, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 212 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateNew York
Main areaNew York City
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since01-Jan-1947

The 212 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering New York City, New York. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 212 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.

212332646917

How to dial a 212 number

From abroad+1 212 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 212 555-0123
Locally (same area)212 555-0123

Cities in the 212 area code

A 212 number is usually in one of these places in New York.

New York City

Other New York area codes

315329332347363465516518585607624631646680716718

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 212 area code?

The 212 area code is in New York City, New York, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 212 an overlay area code?

Yes. 212 overlays the same region as 332, 646, 917, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 212?

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

How do I call a 212 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 212, then the number: +1 212 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 212 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 212

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 212, shared by 22 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Verizon New York, Inc.63279%
Tc Systems, Inc.506%
Mcimetro Access Transmission Services LLC304%
Mcimetro Access Transmission Services LLC203%
Paetec Itel, LLC111%
Multiple Ocn Listing101%

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

Complaints about 212 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
160
Recorded messages or robocalls
31%
Rank among area codes
#352 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (70)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (48)
Dropped call or no message (8)

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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