616 area code
Where the 616 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 616 number from anywhere.
The 616 area code is in Forest Hills, Michigan, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 616 555-0123.
The 616 area code is a geographic North American Numbering Plan (NANP) code covering Forest Hills, Michigan. It has been in service since 01-Jan-1947 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.
How to dial a 616 number
+1 616 555-01231 616 555-0123616 555-0123Cities in the 616 area code
A 616 number is usually in one of these places in Michigan — 2 counties.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the 616 area code?
The 616 area code is in Forest Hills, Michigan, United States (Eastern (ET)).
Do I have to dial 10 digits for 616?
Yes — dial the area code plus the seven-digit number.
How do I call a 616 number from another country?
Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 616, then the number: +1 616 555-0123.
Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 616 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.
Number holders in area code 616
Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 560 prefixes are in use in 616, shared by 56 companies. The largest holders:
| Company | Prefixes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan Bell Tel Co | 143 | 26% |
| Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless | 61 | 11% |
| Omnipoint Communications Midwest Operations, LLC | 52 | 9% |
| Onvoy, Llcv | 40 | 7% |
| New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC | 37 | 7% |
| Mcimetro Access Transmission Services LLC | 27 | 5% |
Source: NANPA central office code assignments. A number keeps its original prefix when it is ported to another carrier.
Complaints about 616 numbers
- Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
- 689
- Recorded messages or robocalls
- 79%
- Rank among area codes
- #110 of 670
- Most reported subjects
- Medical & prescriptions (214)
- Other (196)
- Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (54)
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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