718 Area Code — Brooklyn, NY
Area code 718 serves Brooklyn and 3 other cities in New York. Local time follows America/New_York. It overlays with 347, 929, so 10-digit dialling is required.
- State
- New York
- Primary city
- Brooklyn
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- In service since
- 1984
- Type
- Geographic
Cities Served by 718
The 718 area code covers 4 cities and communities in New York.
- Brooklyn
- Queens
- Bronx
- Staten Island
About Area Code 718
Area code 718 is a North American Numbering Plan (NANP) area code that has been in service since 1984. It is administered by NANPA on behalf of the FCC and serves the New York region anchored on Brooklyn.
718 now shares its territory with overlay codes (347, 929). 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 718 are portable: a person who moved away from Brooklyn may still carry a 718 mobile number on their device. If you receive an unexpected call from a 718 number, run it through the reverse lookup tool above for the most accurate, free identification.
If you live or do business in New York, you may also interact with neighbouring or overlay codes (347, 929). See the related codes section below to explore the rest of New York.
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718 Area Code FAQ
Where is area code 718?
Area code 718 is located in New York, primarily serving Brooklyn and surrounding cities including Queens, Bronx, Staten Island. The region operates on ET (America/New_York) time.
What state is 718 area code?
718 is a New York area code. It was put into service in 1984 and shares its geographic footprint with overlay codes 347, 929.
Is 718 a scam area code?
718 is a legitimate North American area code allocated by NANPA to New York. Like any geographic area code, scammers sometimes spoof 718 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 718 use?
Area code 718 operates on ET (America/New_York). Numbers in this area code follow standard New York time-zone rules including any daylight-saving transitions for that region.
Can I look up a specific 718 phone number?
Yes. Use the reverse lookup widget above to enter a full 718 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 718 and 347?
718 and 347 cover the same New York 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.