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Massachusetts Area Codes
All 9 area codes serving Massachusetts, the cities each one covers, and which are overlays. Massachusetts is served by 9 area codes in the Eastern Time zone.
Last updated October 3, 2026
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Every Massachusetts area code
Massachusetts is served by 9 area codes in the Eastern Time zone. 4 of these are overlay codes layered over busy metros; the rest are geographic codes.
| Code | Area served | Type | In service |
|---|---|---|---|
| 339 | Inner Boston suburbs ringing the 617 area, from Lynn to Weymouth | Overlay | Since 2001 |
| 351 | Northeastern Massachusetts including Lowell, Lawrence, the North Shore and Fitchburg | Overlay | Since 2001 |
| 413 | Western Massachusetts including Springfield, Pittsfield and the Pioneer Valley | Geographic | Since 1947 |
| 508 | Central and southeastern Massachusetts, including Worcester, Cape Cod and the islands | Geographic | Since 1988 |
| 617 | Boston and its closest neighbors including Cambridge, Quincy and Newton | Geographic | Since 1947 |
| 774 | Central and southeastern Massachusetts, including Worcester, Cape Cod and the islands | Overlay | Since 2001 |
| 781 | Inner Boston suburbs ringing the 617 area, from Lynn to Weymouth | Geographic | Since 1997 |
| 857 | Boston and its closest neighbors including Cambridge, Quincy and Newton | Overlay | Since 2001 |
| 978 | Northeastern Massachusetts including Lowell, Lawrence, the North Shore and Fitchburg | Geographic | Since 1997 |
Area codes and dialing in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's 9 area codes mix older geographic codes with newer overlays. The busiest metros — around Springfield, Boston, Worcester — carry the most numbers and rely on overlays, which is why 10-digit dialing is required there. Quieter parts of the state may still use a single code. The oldest code in Massachusetts is 413 (Springfield), one of the original 1947 area codes.
Whenever a Massachusetts region runs low on numbers, a new overlay is added on top rather than splitting the map, so existing customers keep their numbers. See 10-digit dialing for what that means in practice, or the newest area codes for upcoming changes.
Massachusetts city area code pages
Look up the area codes for a specific Massachusetts city: Boston · Lowell · Lynn · Worcester · Cambridge · Springfield.
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Quick answers
Massachusetts area code FAQ
How many area codes does Massachusetts have?
Massachusetts currently has 9 area codes: 339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978.
What is the main area code for Massachusetts?
Massachusetts has no single main code. Its original 1947 area codes were 413 and 617; today the main cities are served by 413 (Springfield), 617 (Boston), 508 (Worcester), 781 (Lynn), 978 (Lowell).
Does Massachusetts require 10-digit dialing?
Yes, in its overlay areas you must dial all 10 digits, even for local calls. Dialing all 10 digits always works, so it is the safe habit.