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US area code · New York

518 area code

Where the 518 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 518 number from anywhere.

CoversWest Albany, New YorkTime zoneEastern (ET)TypeOverlay
Quick answer

The 518 area code is in West Albany, New York, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 518 555-0123. It is an overlay, so all 10 digits are dialled.

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

The 518 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering West Albany, New York. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 518 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.

518838

How to dial a 518 number

From abroad+1 518 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 518 555-0123
Locally (same area)518 555-0123

Cities in the 518 area code

A 518 number is usually in one of these places in New York — 3 counties.

RotterdamSaratoga Springs SaratogaSchenectady SchenectadyTroy Albany;RensselaerWest Albany

Other New York area codes

212315329332347363465516585607624631646680716718

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 518 area code?

The 518 area code is in West Albany, New York, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 518 an overlay area code?

Yes. 518 overlays the same region as 838, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 518?

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

How do I call a 518 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 518, then the number: +1 518 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 518 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 518

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 800 prefixes are in use in 518, shared by 65 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Verizon New York, Inc.22528%
Paetec Itel, LLC597%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless587%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC456%
Tc Systems, Inc.354%
Tvc Albany, Inc. Dba Firstlight Fiber334%

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

Complaints about 518 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
659
Recorded messages or robocalls
76%
Rank among area codes
#118 of 670
Most reported subjects
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (282)
Other (196)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (48)

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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