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Boca Raton, FL Area Codes
Boca Raton is served by 2 area codes (561, 728). Here's which is original, which are overlays, and how to pick one for a new local number.
Last updated October 3, 2026 · Source: NANPA
Area codes serving Boca Raton
Boca Raton sits in Florida, part of the South region and the Eastern Time zone. Its numbers are spread across an overlay of 2 codes that all cover the same ground: 561, 728.
The original code is 561 (in service since 1996). As the area ran low on numbers, regulators added overlay codes on top instead of splitting the city, so longtime residents kept their numbers while new lines received a newer code.
| Code | Area served | In service |
|---|---|---|
| 561 | Palm Beach County in southeast Florida | May 13, 1996 |
| 728 | Palm Beach County in southeast Florida | March 10, 2023 |
Nearby cities sharing these area codes
- West Palm Beach
- Boynton Beach
- Delray Beach
- Jupiter
- Wellington
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Royal Palm Beach
- Lake Worth Beach
- Greenacres
- Riviera Beach
- Belle Glade
- Palm Beach
How to pick an area code for a new number
When you activate a new line in Boca Raton, the carrier assigns whichever code has numbers available — you usually can't choose. If a specific code matters to you (for example the prestige of 561), ask the carrier whether any blocks remain, or request a number transfer. All codes here dial identically and cost the same.
Dialing in Boca Raton
Because Boca Raton is an overlay area, 10-digit dialing is mandatory: always dial the area code plus the seven-digit number, even for a neighbor. From outside the US, dial +1, then the area code and number. See 10-digit dialing and overlay area codes for the background. For every code in Florida, visit the Florida area codes page.
Quick answers
Boca Raton area code FAQ
What area codes does Boca Raton use?
Boca Raton, FL is served by 2 area codes: 561, 728.
Which is the original Boca Raton area code?
561 is the original code for Boca Raton, in service since 1996; the others were added later for more numbers.
What time zone is Boca Raton in?
Boca Raton is in the Eastern Time zone.
Do I need to dial the area code in Boca Raton?
Yes. With multiple overlapping codes, 10-digit dialing is required for every call in this area.