617 Area Code

Q: When was the 617 area code created?

The 617 area code was created in 1947 as one of the original NANP area codes.

Q: Where is area code 617 located?

The 617 area code is located in eastern Massachusetts, covering Boston, Cambridge, Newton, and surrounding communities.

Q: Does 617 have an overlay?

Yes, the 617 area code has an overlay with 857.

Q: What time zone is 617 in?

The 617 area code is in the Eastern Time Zone (ET).

The 617 area code is one of the most historic and recognizable telephone area codes in the North American Numbering Plan (NANP). It serves Boston and its immediate suburbs in Massachusetts, USA. Introduced in 1947 as one of the original NANP area codes, 617 has long been associated with Boston�s academic, cultural, and business centers. In 2001, the 857 area code was added as an overlay to meet growing demand.

Understanding the 617 Area Code

The 617 area code primarily covers the Boston metropolitan area, including Cambridge, Newton, and Brookline. As one of the most iconic codes in the U.S., 617 is closely tied to Boston�s identity, history, and economy.

617 Area Code Map and Location

The 617 area code map highlights central and eastern Massachusetts, with coverage concentrated in and around Boston and its inner suburbs.

Major Cities and Regions in the 617 Area Code

Boston - the capital and largest city in Massachusetts
Cambridge - home to Harvard University and MIT
Brookline
Newton
Somerville
Quincy

ZIP Codes Covered by the 617 Area Code

Some key ZIP codes within the 617 area code include:

02108 - Beacon Hill, Boston
02115 - Fenway/Kenmore, Boston
02139 - Cambridge
02138 - Harvard Square, Cambridge
02134 - Allston, Boston

Time Zone

The 617 area code is located in the Eastern Time Zone (ET):

Standard Time: UTC -5
Daylight Saving Time: UTC -4

Dialing, Phone & Service Details

Overlay Codes: 857
Local dialing: 10-digit dialing required due to overlay
Long-distance within the USA: Dial 1 + 617 + 7-digit number
International calls: Dial exit code + 1 + 617 + number
Services: Landline, mobile, VoIP, and business communications

What area code is 617? / Where's area code 617?

What area code is 617? � The 617 area code is a Massachusetts telephone area code serving Boston and its nearby communities.

Where's area code 617? � It is located in eastern Massachusetts, covering Boston, Cambridge, Newton, Brookline, and surrounding areas in the Eastern Time Zone.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about 617 Area Code

What is the 617 area code?

The 617 area code is a Massachusetts telephone code serving Boston and its inner suburbs.

When was the 617 area code created?

The 617 area code was created in 1947 as one of the original NANP area codes.

Where is area code 617 located?

It is located in eastern Massachusetts, covering Boston, Cambridge, Newton, and nearby cities.

Does 617 have an overlay?

Yes, the 617 area code has an overlay with 857.

What time zone is 617 in?

The 617 area code is in the Eastern Time Zone (ET).

Feature	Details
Area Code	617
Region Covered	Boston, Cambridge, Newton, Brookline, Quincy
Established	1947
Overlay Codes	857
Time Zone	Eastern Time Zone (ET)
Major City	Boston
ZIP Range	02108, 02115, 02138, 02139, 02134
Services	Landline, Mobile, VoIP, Business
Dialing	10-digit dialing locally; international format +1 617 NXX XXXX
Country	United States of America

Ares Code	Office / Place	Address
617 Area Code	Harvard University	Cambridge, MA 02138
617 Area Code	Massachusetts Institute of Technology	77 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
617 Area Code	Boston University	1 Silber Way, Boston, MA 02215
617 Area Code	Northeastern University	360 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115
617 Area Code	Boston College	140 Commonwealth Ave, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
617 Area Code	Massachusetts General Hospital	55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114
617 Area Code	Brigham and Women�s Hospital	75 Francis St, Boston, MA 02115
617 Area Code	Boston Medical Center	1 Boston Medical Center Pl, Boston, MA 02118
617 Area Code	Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center	330 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215
617 Area Code	Dana-Farber Cancer Institute	450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215
617 Area Code	Bank of America	100 Federal St, Boston, MA 02110
617 Area Code	Citibank	10 Post Office Sq, Boston, MA 02109
617 Area Code	Wells Fargo	125 High St, Boston, MA 02110
617 Area Code	TD Bank	1701 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
617 Area Code	Santander Bank	10 Winter St, Boston, MA 02108
617 Area Code	Massachusetts State House	24 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02133
617 Area Code	Boston City Hall	1 City Hall Sq, Boston, MA 02201
617 Area Code	U.S. District Court, MA	1 Courthouse Way, Boston, MA 02210
617 Area Code	John F. Kennedy Federal Building	15 New Sudbury St, Boston, MA 02203
617 Area Code	Suffolk County Courthouse	1 Pemberton Sq, Boston, MA 02108
617 Area Code	Boston Common	139 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02111
617 Area Code	Public Garden	4 Charles St, Boston, MA 02116
617 Area Code	Charles River Esplanade	Boston, MA 02114
617 Area Code	Fenway Park (Greenway Park)	4 Yawkey Way, Boston, MA 02215
617 Area Code	Rose Kennedy Greenway	Boston, MA 02109
617 Area Code	Museum of Fine Arts	465 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115
617 Area Code	Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum	306 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210
617 Area Code	New England Aquarium	1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
617 Area Code	Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum	25 Evans Way, Boston, MA 02115
617 Area Code	John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum	Columbia Point, Boston, MA 02125
617 Area Code	Faneuil Hall Marketplace	4 S Market St, Boston, MA 02109
617 Area Code	Copley Place	100 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116
617 Area Code	Prudential Center	800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199
617 Area Code	TD Garden	100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114
617 Area Code	Boston Opera House	539 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111
617 Area Code	The Wilbur Theatre	246 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116
617 Area Code	The Bostonian Boston	26 North St, Boston, MA 02113
617 Area Code	The Westin Copley Place	10 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116
617 Area Code	Marriott Copley Place	110 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02116
617 Area Code	Omni Parker House	60 School St, Boston, MA 02108
617 Area Code	The Ritz-Carlton Boston	10 Avery St, Boston, MA 02111
617 Area Code	Logan International Airport	1 Harborside Dr, Boston, MA 02128
617 Area Code	South Station	700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110
617 Area Code	North Station	126 Causeway St, Boston, MA 02114
617 Area Code	Back Bay Station	145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116
617 Area Code	MBTA Bus & Subway Hubs	Boston, MA 02108

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