Where is area code 508 located and what state is area code 508?

Area code 508 is located in Massachusetts (United States), covering major cities and regions including Worcester, Brockton, New Bedford, Fall River, Framingham, Taunton, Barnstable Town, Attleboro, Marlborough, Franklin Town.

How to call area code 508 and do I need to dial area code 508?

To dial a number in area code 508, format your call as +1 (508) XXX-XXXX. Mandatory 10-digit dialing is required in overlay regions.

Is area code 508 a scam, spam, or dangerous call?

Area code 508 is a legitimate geographic area code for Massachusetts. However, scammers frequently spoof numbers from any area code, so exercise caution with unknown callers.

North American Area CodeEastern Time Zone

Area Code 508 Location & Details

Q: What timezone is area code 508?

Area code 508 operates on the Eastern timezone.

State / Region: Massachusetts • Country: United States

Major Cities Covered: Worcester, Brockton, New Bedford, Fall River, Framingham, Taunton, Barnstable Town, Attleboro, Marlborough, Franklin Town

Standard Dial Format

+1 (508) XXX-XXXX

Country Code: +1 (NANP Format)

What State is Area Code 508?

MassachusettsState Hub →

Country Territory

United States

508 Area Code Time Zone

Eastern

508 Overlay Codes

774

Area Code 508 Geographic Map

Interactive location bounds and coverage area for Massachusetts (Eastern Timezone)

Lat: 42.00° • Lng: -71.26°

📍 Geographic Center: MassachusettsMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Where is Area Code 508 Located?

Telephone area code 508 is assigned to Massachusetts in United States. It serves cities and metropolitan communities including Worcester, Brockton, New Bedford, Fall River, Framingham, Taunton, Barnstable Town, Attleboro, Marlborough, Franklin Town.

Historical Context & Area Code Overlay Information:508 serves Massachusetts (United States).

For local and long-distance calls within area code 508, standard 10-digit dialing (508) XXX-XXXX applies.

Who Called Me from Area Code 508?

Received an unknown call, missed call, or text scam from area code 508? Here is how to trace who is calling from 508 area code and verify unknown numbers safely:

Identify Missed Calls & Voicemails:

Legitimate contacts usually leave a detailed voicemail or caller ID record.

Watch Out for Neighbor Spoofing:

Robocallers often fake incoming caller ID numbers using your local 508 prefix to boost pick-up rates.

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How to Call Area Code 508 & Dialing Format

When placing a phone call to a number in area code 508, follow the correct dialing format depending on your calling location:

Calling from inside the US / Canada (+1): Dial 1 + (508) + 7-digit number.
Calling from an international location outside +1: Dial your country's international exit code (e.g. 011 in US or + on mobile) + 1 + 508 + 7-digit number.
Do I need to dial area code 508 for local calls? Yes, 10-digit dialing (area code + line number) is mandatory across North American telephone networks.

Top Cities & Municipalities Served in Area Code 508

Urban centers, census places, and communities within the +1-508 calling area

13 Major Cities Listed

City Name	County	Population	% of 508 Pop
Worcester	Worcester County	213,862	23.6%
Brockton	Norfolk County	106,134	11.7%
New Bedford	Bristol County	101,834	11.2%
Fall River	Bristol County	95,298	10.5%
Framingham	Middlesex County	73,021	8.1%
Taunton	Bristol County	62,522	6.9%
Barnstable Town	Barnstable County	50,101	5.5%
Attleboro	Norfolk County	47,447	5.2%
Marlborough	Middlesex County	42,772	4.7%
Franklin Town	Norfolk County	33,955	3.7%
North Attleborough Town	Norfolk County	31,506	3.5%
Bridgewater Town	Plymouth County	29,309	3.2%
Southbridge Town	Worcester County	18,105	2.0%

Counties Covered by Area Code 508

Geographic county distribution and population coverage across Massachusetts

County Name	Total Population	% of 508 Area	% of County
Bristol County	590,865	28.7%	44%
Worcester County	883,722	25.6%	26%
Norfolk County	737,601	24.2%	30%
Middlesex County	1,663,929	12.8%	7%
Barnstable County	233,951	5.5%	21%
Plymouth County	544,663	3.2%	5%

☎️Area Code 508 Exchange Prefixes & Carriers

Showing 50 of 800 central office 3-digit prefixes and assigned telecom carriers

82% Landline15% Wireless3% VoIP

Prefix	Line Usage	Rate Center	Assigned Carrier	Assign Date
(508) 200-	📞Landline	XXXXXXXXXX	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 201-	📞Landline	MA	Local Exchange Carrier	N/A
(508) 202-	📞Landline	FRAMINGHAM	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MA	N/A
(508) 203-	📞Landline	FOXBORO	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MA	04/11/2001
(508) 204-	📞Landline	NEWBEDFORD	COMMIO, LLC	05/10/2022
(508) 205-	📞Landline	EASTON	PAETEC ITEL, LLC	N/A
(508) 206-	📞Landline	NATICK	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC	02/15/2018
(508) 207-	📱Wireless	NEWBEDFORD	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - MA	10/11/2001
(508) 208-	📱Wireless	BROCKTON	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - MA	N/A
(508) 209-	📞Landline	PLYMOUTH	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 210-	📞Landline	HOLDEN	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MA	N/A
(508) 211-	📞Landline	XXXXXXXXXX	MULTIPLE OCN LISTING	N/A
(508) 212-	📱Wireless	ATTLEBORO	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC	N/A
(508) 213-	📞Landline	WEBSTER	TC SYSTEMS, INC.	N/A
(508) 214-	📞Landline	WELLFLEET	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MA	N/A
(508) 215-	📞Landline	FRAMINGHAM	TC SYSTEMS, INC.	N/A
(508) 216-	📞Landline	FOXBORO	TC SYSTEMS, INC.	N/A
(508) 217-	📞Landline	BRIDGEWTR	TC SYSTEMS, INC.	N/A
(508) 218-	📞Landline	NATICK	NORFOLK COUNTY INTERNET, INC.	N/A
(508) 219-	📞Landline	EASTON	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MA	N/A
(508) 220-	📞Landline	XXXXXXXXXX	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 221-	📱Wireless	NANTUCKET	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - MA	N/A
(508) 222-	📞Landline	ATTLEBORO	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 223-	📞Landline	ATTLEBORO	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 224-	📞Landline	PLYMOUTH	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 225-	📱Wireless	HYANNIS	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC	08/02/2023
(508) 226-	📞Landline	ATTLEBORO	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 227-	📞Landline	MA	Local Exchange Carrier	N/A
(508) 228-	📞Landline	NANTUCKET	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 229-	📞Landline	MARLBORO	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 230-	📞Landline	EASTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 231-	📞Landline	FRAMINGHAM	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 232-	📱Wireless	BROCKTON	METROPCS, INC.	N/A
(508) 233-	📞Landline	NATICK	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 234-	📞Landline	WHITINSVL	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 235-	📞Landline	FALL RIVER	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 236-	📞Landline	ATTLEBORO	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 237-	📱Wireless	ORLEANS	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - MA	N/A
(508) 238-	📞Landline	EASTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 239-	📱Wireless	FRAMINGHAM	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC	08/14/2018
(508) 240-	📞Landline	ORLEANS	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 241-	📱Wireless	CHATHAM	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC	N/A
(508) 242-	📞Landline	MEDFIELD	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 243-	📱Wireless	ATTLEBORO	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - MA	N/A
(508) 244-	📞Landline	MILFORD	TC SYSTEMS, INC.	N/A
(508) 245-	📱Wireless	BRIDGEWTR	CELLCO PARTNERSHIP DBA VERIZON WIRELESS - MA	N/A
(508) 246-	📱Wireless	ORLEANS	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC	N/A
(508) 247-	📞Landline	ORLEANS	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 248-	📞Landline	CHARLTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(508) 249-	📞Landline	HOPKINTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A

Frequently Asked Questions about Area Code 508

Where is area code 508 located?

Area code 508 is located in Massachusetts (United States), serving cities like Worcester, Brockton, New Bedford, Fall River, Framingham, Taunton, Barnstable Town, Attleboro, Marlborough, Franklin Town.