New York City is served by seven area codes – 212, 646, 332, 718, 347, 929, and 917 – all overlaying the five boroughs. Manhattan uses 212, 646, and 332; Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island use 718, 347, and 929; and 917 blankets the entire city. Because so many codes overlap, 10-digit dialing is required everywhere in the city.
Fast Facts: New York City Area Codes
| City | New York City, New York |
| Primary Area Code(s) | 212, 718, 917 |
| Overlay Area Code(s) | 646, 332 (Manhattan); 347, 929 (boroughs) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time (ET) – EST / EDT |
| Major Counties | New York (Manhattan), Kings (Brooklyn), Queens, Bronx, Richmond (Staten Island) |
| Dialing | 10-digit required |
Area Codes in New York City – Detailed Breakdown
212 – Manhattan (the original)
The most famous area code in the country, 212 has served Manhattan since 1947 and is still prized as a status symbol. It now covers Manhattan alongside its overlays.
646 – Manhattan overlay
Added in 1999 as the first overlay for Manhattan, 646 is widely used for both landlines and mobile phones across the borough.
332 – Manhattan overlay (newest)
Introduced in 2017, 332 is the newest Manhattan code and appears mostly on recently activated numbers.
718 – Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx & Staten Island
Created in 1984 for the outer boroughs, 718 covers Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island – everywhere in NYC outside Manhattan.
347 – Outer-borough overlay
Added in 1999 as an overlay for the 718 area, 347 serves the same four boroughs and is common on mobile numbers.
929 – Outer-borough overlay (newest)
Introduced in 2011, 929 is the newest outer-borough code, layered over Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.
917 – Citywide (mobile origin)
Established in 1992, 917 originally served cell phones and pagers and now covers all five boroughs citywide.
Neighborhoods & Local Coverage
In Manhattan, the 212, 646, and 332 codes cover neighborhoods from the Financial District, Tribeca, and SoHo up through Greenwich Village, Chelsea, Midtown, the Upper East Side, the Upper West Side, and Harlem. Across the East River, 718, 347, and 929 serve Brooklyn neighborhoods like Williamsburg, Park Slope, Bushwick, and Bay Ridge; Queens communities including Astoria, Long Island City, Flushing, and Jamaica; every neighborhood in the Bronx; and all of Staten Island. The 917 code appears on numbers throughout all five boroughs, especially mobile phones, so a single block can easily contain 212, 646, 718, 347, and 917 numbers side by side.
Local Dialing Rules & International Calls
Every call within New York City requires 10-digit dialing (area code + seven-digit number) because all seven codes overlay the same region. To call a New York City number from outside the United States, dial your country’s exit code, then +1 (the North American country code), then the 10-digit number (area code + seven-digit line number).
Major ZIP Codes in New York City
Manhattan ZIP codes run 10001–10282; the Bronx uses 10451–10475; Brooklyn spans 11201–11256; Queens covers 11101–11109 and 11351–11697; and Staten Island runs 10301–10314.
Spam & Scam Call Warnings in New York City
Scammers often spoof local New York City numbers to seem trustworthy. Watch for these tactics reported across the area:
| Scam Type | What to Watch For |
|---|---|
| Jury Duty / Warrant Scam | Callers posing as NYPD or court officers claiming you missed jury duty and must pay a fine to avoid arrest. |
| Con Edison Shut-off | Fake Con Edison reps threatening to cut power unless you pay immediately by gift card. |
| Apartment Rental Scam | Fraudulent listings asking for a deposit or first month’s rent before you can see the unit. |
| IRS / Immigration Scam | Callers threatening arrest or deportation over supposed unpaid taxes or paperwork. |
Red Flag: The IRS, Social Security Administration, and utilities like Con Edison will never demand immediate payment by gift card, wire transfer, or cryptocurrency. Hang up and verify using an official number.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What area codes does New York City use?
New York City uses seven area codes: 212, 646, and 332 for Manhattan; 718, 347, and 929 for Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island; and 917 citywide.
Do I have to dial 10 digits in New York City?
Yes. Because all seven NYC area codes overlay the same area, you must dial the full 10-digit number for every local call.
Which area code is Manhattan?
Manhattan is served by 212 (the original), plus the 646 and 332 overlays.
Is a 212 number better than 646 or 332?
They all reach Manhattan, but 212 is historically prestigious and businesses sometimes pay a premium for one; functionally the three are identical.
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