Area Code 208 — Idaho

Q: What time zone is area code 208?

Area code 208 is in the MP zone (MP).

Active General Purpose Code Overlay United States

Area code 208 is located in Idaho and operates on MP . The largest city served is Boise .

Coverage Area

Area code 208 — Idaho

Area Code Details

Area Code: 208
State / Province: Idaho (ID)
Country: United States
Time Zone: MP MP
Local Time Now: —
Status: Active
Code Type: General Purpose Code
In Service Since: January 1, 1947
Assigned: January 1, 1947
Population Served: ~590,946 est.
Overlay Complex: 208/986

Cities Served

Largest City Boise

Boise Nampa Idaho Falls Pocatello Coeur D'Alene Twin Falls Mountain Home Blackfoot Sandpoint Payette Rupert Orofino Salmon Ketchum Nez Perce Dubois Kamiah

History & Relationships

New codes split from 208

986 Idaho

Overlay complex — shares geography with

986 Idaho

Rate Centers & Exchanges

17 rate centers identified within area code 208

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986

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Frequently Asked Questions About Area Code 208

What state is area code 208?

Area code 208 is located in Idaho, United States.

Where is area code 208 from?

Area code 208 originates from Idaho. It operates in the MP zone.

What time zone is area code 208?

Area code 208 falls within the MP zone (MP).

What cities are in area code 208?

Area code 208 serves cities including Boise, Nampa, Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Coeur D'Alene, Twin Falls, Mountain Home, Blackfoot, and more.

Is a call from area code 208 a scam?

Area code 208 is a legitimate general purpose code area code serving Idaho. Like any area code, individual numbers using 208 can be used for scam calls — always verify the specific number if you receive an unexpected or suspicious call.