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US area code · Massachusetts

508 area code

Where the 508 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 508 number from anywhere.

CoversAttleboro, MassachusettsTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 508 area code is in Attleboro, Massachusetts, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 508 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

StateMassachusetts
Main areaAttleboro
Time zoneEastern (ET)
TypeOverlay
10-digit dialingRequired
In service since02-Jul-1987

The 508 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Attleboro, Massachusetts. It has been in service since 02-Jul-1987 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 508 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.

508617774

How to dial a 508 number

From abroad+1 508 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 508 555-0123
Locally (same area)508 555-0123

Cities in the 508 area code

A 508 number is usually in one of these places in Massachusetts — 6 counties.

Attleboro BristolBarnstable BarnstableBrockton PlymouthFall River BristolFramingham MiddlesexFranklin NorfolkMarlborough MiddlesexMilford WorcesterNew Bedford BristolTaunton BristolWorcester Worcester

Other Massachusetts area codes

339351413617774781857978

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 508 area code?

The 508 area code is in Attleboro, Massachusetts, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 508 an overlay area code?

Yes. 508 overlays the same region as 617, 774, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 508?

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

How do I call a 508 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 508, then the number: +1 508 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 508 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 508

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 508, shared by 24 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Verizon New England Inc.31439%
Paetec Itel, LLC678%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC638%
Level 3 Communications, LLC608%
Mcimetro Access Transmission Services LLC476%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless446%

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

Complaints about 508 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
256
Recorded messages or robocalls
54%
Rank among area codes
#304 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (102)
Dropped call or no message (49)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (32)

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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