208 Area Code — Boise, ID
Area code 208 serves Boise and 4 other cities in Idaho. Local time follows America/Denver. It overlays with 986, so 10-digit dialling is required.
- State
- Idaho
- Primary city
- Boise
- Timezone
- America/Denver
- In service since
- 1947
- Type
- Geographic
- Overlay codes
- 986
Cities Served by 208
The 208 area code covers 5 cities and communities in Idaho.
- Boise
- Nampa
- Meridian
- Idaho Falls
- Pocatello
About Area Code 208
Area code 208 is a North American Numbering Plan (NANP) area code that has been in service since 1947. It is administered by NANPA on behalf of the FCC and serves the Idaho region anchored on Boise.
208 now shares its territory with an overlay code (986). 10-digit dialling is required for local calls within this region because the same 7-digit number can be assigned under either code.
Mobile numbers in 208 are portable: a person who moved away from Boise may still carry a 208 mobile number on their device. If you receive an unexpected call from a 208 number, run it through the reverse lookup tool above for the most accurate, free identification.
If you live or do business in Idaho, you may also interact with neighbouring or overlay codes (986). See the related codes section below to explore the rest of Idaho.
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208 Area Code FAQ
Where is area code 208?
Area code 208 is located in Idaho, primarily serving Boise and surrounding cities including Nampa, Meridian, Idaho Falls. The region operates on MT (America/Denver) time.
What state is 208 area code?
208 is a Idaho area code. It was put into service in 1947 and shares its geographic footprint with overlay code 986.
Is 208 a scam area code?
208 is a legitimate North American area code allocated by NANPA to Idaho. Like any geographic area code, scammers sometimes spoof 208 numbers — judge each call by content (urgent demands, unfamiliar transfers) rather than the area code alone. Run the specific number through our reverse lookup if you're unsure.
What time zone does 208 use?
Area code 208 operates on MT (America/Denver). Numbers in this area code follow standard Idaho time-zone rules including any daylight-saving transitions for that region.
Can I look up a specific 208 phone number?
Yes. Use the reverse lookup widget above to enter a full 208 number. NumLocation returns the line type (mobile, landline, VoIP), carrier, rate-center city, and any public listings tied to the number — free.
What's the difference between 208 and 986?
208 and 986 cover the same Idaho geographic area as overlay codes. Calls between them are local, but you must dial all 10 digits. New phone numbers in this region are assigned from either pool depending on what's available with the carrier at signup.