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Vermont Area Codes
All 1 area code serving Vermont, the cities each one covers, and which are overlays. Vermont is served by 1 area code in the Eastern Time zone.
Last updated June 5, 2026
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Every Vermont area code
Vermont is served by 1 area code in the Eastern Time zone. It is a single-code state, so seven-digit local dialing may still work in many places.
| Code | Main city | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 802 | Burlington | Geographic | In service |
Area codes and dialing in Vermont
Vermont is one of the few US states still covered by a single area code, 802. Because there's no overlap, many local calls can still be completed with seven digits, although dialing the full 10-digit number always works and is the safer habit. 802 serves Burlington and the rest of the state, all in the Eastern Time zone.
If Vermont ever exhausts its supply of numbers, regulators would almost certainly add an overlay rather than split the state — the modern approach that lets everyone keep their existing number. For now, every Vermont number shares the 802 code. Learn the background in how area codes work.
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Vermont area code FAQ
How many area codes does Vermont have?
Vermont currently has 1 area code: 802.
What is the main area code for Vermont?
The busiest metro in Vermont is served by the 802 code. Major cities include Burlington.
Does Vermont require 10-digit dialing?
Much of the state still permits 7-digit local calls, though 10-digit dialing always works. Ten-digit dialing is the national standard.