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US area code · New York

917 area code

Where the 917 area code is, its overlay and how to dial a +1 917 number from anywhere.

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

The 917 area code is in New York City, New York, United States (Eastern (ET)). To call from abroad: +1 917 555-0123. 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-1992

The 917 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-1992 and sits in the Eastern (ET) time zone.

Overlay 917 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.

917212332347465646718929

How to dial a 917 number

From abroad+1 917 555-0123
Within the US / Canada1 917 555-0123
Locally (same area)917 555-0123

Cities in the 917 area code

A 917 number is usually in one of these places in New York — 2 counties.

Borough of QueensBrooklyn KingsNew York CityStaten Island RichmondThe Bronx

Other New York area codes

212315329332347363465516518585607624631646680716

Frequently asked questions

Where is the 917 area code?

The 917 area code is in New York City, New York, United States (Eastern (ET)).

Is 917 an overlay area code?

Yes. 917 overlays the same region as 212, 332, 347, 465, 646, 718, 929, so callers dial all 10 digits.

Do I have to dial 10 digits for 917?

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

How do I call a 917 number from another country?

Dial your exit code (or +), then 1, then 917, then the number: +1 917 555-0123.

Source: NANPA numbering plan. An area code covers a region, not a precise address — a 917 number does not pinpoint a street or ZIP code.

Number holders in area code 917

Each prefix (the three digits after the area code) is assigned by NANPA to one telephone company. 799 prefixes are in use in 917, shared by 36 companies. The largest holders:

CompanyPrefixesShare
Omnipoint Communications, Inc.14218%
New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC13617%
Spok, Inc.13317%
Cellco Partnership Dba Verizon Wireless12315%
Verizon New York, Inc.668%
Bandwidth.Com CLEC, LLC273%

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

Complaints about 917 numbers

Reports to the FTC, last 30 days
398
Recorded messages or robocalls
59%
Rank among area codes
#247 of 670
Most reported subjects
Other (172)
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends (87)
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) (69)

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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