248 Area Code

The 248 area code is part of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP) and serves the northern suburbs of Detroit, Michigan, USA. It was created in 1997 as a split from the 810 area code to accommodate growing demand for telephone numbers in the Detroit metropolitan area. The 248 area code covers residential, commercial, and business hubs, as well as surrounding communities.

Understanding the 248 Area Code

The 248 area code serves the northern suburbs of Detroit, including cities such as Farmington Hills, Troy, Southfield, Bloomfield Hills, and Rochester Hills. It is a critical area code for business, residential, and government communications. 10-digit dialing is required due to overlay area codes.

248 Area Code Map and Geographic Location

The 248 area code map covers the northern portion of Metro Detroit, primarily within Oakland County and parts of surrounding counties. The area includes suburban neighborhoods, commercial districts, and industrial areas. It is in the Eastern Time Zone.

All Major Cities and Regions in the 248 Area Code

Farmington Hills
Troy
Southfield
Bloomfield Hills
Rochester Hills
Birmingham
Royal Oak
Oak Park
West Bloomfield

Counties Covered by the 248 Area Code

Oakland County
Part of Macomb County
Part of Wayne County (northern suburbs)

ZIP Codes within the 248 Telephone Zone (Examples)

48331 - Bloomfield Hills
48334 - Farmington Hills
48083 - Troy
48075 - Rochester Hills
48009 - Birmingham
48033 - Royal Oak
48237 - Oak Park
48322 - West Bloomfield

Time Zone

The 248 area code is located in the Eastern Time Zone (ET), observing Eastern Standard Time (EST, UTC-5) in winter and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-4) during daylight saving time.

Dialing, Phone & Service Details

Local dialing: 10-digit dialing is required for all local calls.
Long-distance calls within the USA: Dial 1 + 248 + 7-digit number.
International calls: Dial your country�s exit code + 1 + 248 + 7-digit number.
Services: 248 area code is used for landlines, mobile phones, VoIP, and business communication systems.

Why the 248 Area Code Matters

The 248 area code plays a key role in the Detroit metropolitan area, connecting northern suburbs for residential, business, and industrial purposes. It serves as a vital telecommunications hub for economic, educational, and cultural activities in Oakland County and surrounding areas.

What area code is 248? / Where's area code 248?

What area code is 248? � 248 is the telephone area code for the northern suburbs of Detroit, including Farmington Hills, Troy, Southfield, and Rochester Hills.

Where's area code 248? � It is located in Michigan, USA, covering northern Metro Detroit suburbs primarily in Oakland County and parts of Macomb and Wayne counties.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about 248 Area Code

What is the 248 area code?

248 serves the northern suburbs of Detroit, Michigan, including major cities like Farmington Hills, Troy, Southfield, and Rochester Hills.

When was the 248 area code created?

It was created in 1997 as a split from the 810 area code.

Where is area code 248 located?

It is located in northern Metro Detroit, Michigan, primarily covering Oakland County and parts of Macomb and Wayne counties.

What time zone is 248 in?

The 248 area code is in the Eastern Time Zone (EST/EDT).

Which counties are included in 248?

Oakland County, part of Macomb County, and part of Wayne County.

Feature	Details
Area Code	248
Region Covered	Northern suburbs of Detroit, Michigan, USA
Established	1997 (split from 810)
Time Zone	Eastern Time (EST/EDT)
Major Cities	Farmington Hills, Troy, Southfield, Bloomfield Hills, Rochester Hills
ZIP Range	48009-48334 (examples above)
Services	Landline, mobile, VoIP, business
Dialing	10-digit dialing; international format +1 248 NXX XXXX
Country	United States of America

Ares Code	Office / Place	Address
248 Area Code	Oakland University	318 Meadow Brook Rd, Rochester, MI 48309
248 Area Code	Lawrence Technological University	21000 W 10 Mile Rd, Southfield, MI 48075
248 Area Code	University of Detroit Mercy � Southfield Campus	8200 W Outer Dr, Detroit, MI 48219
248 Area Code	Oakland Community College � Orchard Ridge	27055 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
248 Area Code	Oakland Community College � Royal Oak Campus	739 S Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067
248 Area Code	Oakland Community College � Bloomfield Hills Campus	2900 Featherstone Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48326
248 Area Code	Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak	3601 W 13 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48073
248 Area Code	Beaumont Hospital, Troy	44201 Dequindre Rd, Troy, MI 48085
248 Area Code	Beaumont Hospital, Farmington Hills	28050 Grand River Ave, Farmington Hills, MI 48336
248 Area Code	Ascension Providence Hospital	16001 W 9 Mile Rd, Southfield, MI 48075
248 Area Code	St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital	44405 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48341
248 Area Code	Flagstar Bank Headquarters	5151 Corporate Dr, Troy, MI 48098
248 Area Code	Comerica Bank	29201 Telegraph Rd, Southfield, MI 48034
248 Area Code	Bank of America	30701 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073
248 Area Code	Chase Bank	43235 Crescent Blvd, Novi, MI 48375
248 Area Code	PNC Bank	1955 Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
248 Area Code	Oakland County Circuit Court	1200 N Telegraph Rd, Pontiac, MI 48341
248 Area Code	Troy City Hall	500 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48084
248 Area Code	Southfield City Hall	26000 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076
248 Area Code	Novi Civic Center	45175 W 10 Mile Rd, Novi, MI 48375
248 Area Code	Farmington Hills City Hall	31555 W 11 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48336
248 Area Code	Cranbrook Art Museum	39221 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
248 Area Code	Cranbrook Institute of Science	39221 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
248 Area Code	Park West Gallery	29469 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield, MI 48034
248 Area Code	Troy Historic Village	60 W Wattles Rd, Troy, MI 48098
248 Area Code	Pontiac Creative Arts Center	47 Williams St, Pontiac, MI 48341
248 Area Code	Detroit Zoo	8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067
248 Area Code	Somerset Collection Mall	2800 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48084
248 Area Code	Twelve Oaks Mall	27500 Novi Rd, Novi, MI 48377
248 Area Code	Great Lakes Crossing Outlets	4000 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
248 Area Code	Downtown Royal Oak	Washington Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48067
248 Area Code	Downtown Farmington	Grand River Ave, Farmington, MI 48336
248 Area Code	Troy Public Library	510 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48084
248 Area Code	Southfield Public Library	26300 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076
248 Area Code	Novi Public Library	45255 W 10 Mile Rd, Novi, MI 48375
248 Area Code	Royal Oak Public Library	222 E 11 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067
248 Area Code	Farmington Community Library	32737 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
248 Area Code	Amtrak Troy Transit Center	1201 Doyle Dr, Troy, MI 48084
248 Area Code	Pontiac Transportation Center (Amtrak & Bus)	51000 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342
248 Area Code	Novi Civic Center Transit Hub	45175 W 10 Mile Rd, Novi, MI 48375
248 Area Code	Southfield Greyhound Bus Station	26999 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076
248 Area Code	Oakland University Athletics O�rena	569 Pioneer Dr, Rochester, MI 48309
248 Area Code	UWM Sports Complex	867 S Blvd E, Pontiac, MI 48341
248 Area Code	Southfield Pavilion	26000 Evergreen Rd, Southfield, MI 48076
248 Area Code	John Lindell Ice Arena	1403 Lexington Blvd, Royal Oak, MI 48073
248 Area Code	Suburban Collection Showplace (Expo & Events)	46100 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48374

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