Where is area code 617 located and what state is area code 617?

Area code 617 is located in Massachusetts (United States), covering major cities and regions including Boston, Cambridge, Quincy, Newton, Somerville, Everett, Chelsea, Watertown, Winthrop Town.

How to call area code 617 and do I need to dial area code 617?

To dial a number in area code 617, format your call as +1 (617) XXX-XXXX. Mandatory 10-digit dialing is required in overlay regions.

Is area code 617 a scam, spam, or dangerous call?

Area code 617 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 617 Location & Details

Q: What timezone is area code 617?

Area code 617 operates on the Eastern timezone.

State / Region: Massachusetts • Country: United States

Major Cities Covered: Boston, Cambridge, Quincy, Newton, Somerville, Everett, Chelsea, Watertown, Winthrop Town

Standard Dial Format

+1 (617) XXX-XXXX

Country Code: +1 (NANP Format)

What State is Area Code 617?

MassachusettsState Hub →

Country Territory

United States

617 Area Code Time Zone

Eastern

617 Overlay Codes

857

Area Code 617 Geographic Map

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

Lat: 42.36° • Lng: -71.08°

📍 Geographic Center: MassachusettsMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Where is Area Code 617 Located?

Telephone area code 617 is assigned to Massachusetts in United States. It serves cities and metropolitan communities including Boston, Cambridge, Quincy, Newton, Somerville, Everett, Chelsea, Watertown, Winthrop Town.

Historical Context & Area Code Overlay Information:617 serves Massachusetts (United States).

For local and long-distance calls within area code 617, standard 10-digit dialing (617) XXX-XXXX applies.

Who Called Me from Area Code 617?

Received an unknown call, missed call, or text scam from area code 617? Here is how to trace who is calling from 617 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 617 prefix to boost pick-up rates.

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How to Call Area Code 617 & Dialing Format

When placing a phone call to a number in area code 617, follow the correct dialing format depending on your calling location:

Calling from inside the US / Canada (+1): Dial 1 + (617) + 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 + 617 + 7-digit number.
Do I need to dial area code 617 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 617

Urban centers, census places, and communities within the +1-617 calling area

9 Major Cities Listed

City Name	County	Population	% of 617 Pop
Boston	Suffolk County	672,973	55.1%
Cambridge	Suffolk County	122,588	10.0%
Quincy	Suffolk County	103,173	8.4%
Newton	Norfolk County	90,741	7.4%
Somerville	Suffolk County	84,211	6.9%
Everett	Suffolk County	53,572	4.4%
Chelsea	Suffolk County	40,130	3.3%
Watertown	Suffolk County	35,710	2.9%
Winthrop Town	Suffolk County	18,647	1.5%

Counties Covered by Area Code 617

Geographic county distribution and population coverage across Massachusetts

County Name	Total Population	% of 617 Area	% of County
Suffolk County	793,535	92.6%	100%
Norfolk County	737,601	7.4%	12%

☎️Area Code 617 Exchange Prefixes & Carriers

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

80% Landline17% Wireless4% VoIP

Prefix	Line Usage	Rate Center	Assigned Carrier	Assign Date
(617) 200-	📞Landline	XXXXXXXXXX	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 201-	📞Landline	CAMBRIDGE	OMNIPOINT MIAMI E LICENSE, LLC	02/14/2001
(617) 202-	📞Landline	BRIGHTON	PAETEC ITEL, LLC	N/A
(617) 203-	📞Landline	EVERETT	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC	N/A
(617) 204-	📞Landline	BOSTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 205-	📞Landline	BOSTON	NORFOLK COUNTY INTERNET, INC.	N/A
(617) 206-	📞Landline	BRIGHTON	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC	N/A
(617) 207-	📞Landline	WINTHROP	COMCAST IP PHONE, LLC	N/A
(617) 208-	📞Landline	BRIGHTON	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC	N/A
(617) 209-	📞Landline	BELMONT	RCN TELECOM SERVICES, INC. - MA	N/A
(617) 210-	📞Landline	BOSTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 211-	📞Landline	XXXXXXXXXX	MULTIPLE OCN LISTING	N/A
(617) 212-	📞Landline	BOSTON	OMNIPOINT MIAMI E LICENSE, LLC	N/A
(617) 213-	📞Landline	NEWTON	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MA	N/A
(617) 214-	💻VoIP	JAMAICA PL	ONVOY, LLC - MA	07/18/2023
(617) 215-	📞Landline	NEWTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 216-	📞Landline	CAMBRIDGE	OMNIPOINT MIAMI E LICENSE, LLC	N/A
(617) 217-	📞Landline	BOSTON	TC SYSTEMS, INC.	N/A
(617) 218-	📞Landline	CAMBRIDGE	TC SYSTEMS, INC.	N/A
(617) 219-	📞Landline	NEWTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 220-	📞Landline	XXXXXXXXXX	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 221-	📞Landline	QUINCY	PAETEC ITEL, LLC	N/A
(617) 222-	📞Landline	BOSTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 223-	📞Landline	BOSTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 224-	📞Landline	BOSTON	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC	11/14/2001
(617) 225-	📞Landline	CAMBRIDGE	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 226-	📞Landline	BOSTON	PAETEC ITEL, LLC	N/A
(617) 227-	📞Landline	BOSTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 228-	📞Landline	BOSTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 229-	📞Landline	CAMBRIDGE	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC	N/A
(617) 230-	📞Landline	CAMBRIDGE	OMNIPOINT MIAMI E LICENSE, LLC	N/A
(617) 231-	📞Landline	WATERTOWN	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MA	N/A
(617) 232-	📞Landline	BROOKLINE	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 233-	📞Landline	CAMBRIDGE	OMNIPOINT MIAMI E LICENSE, LLC	N/A
(617) 234-	📞Landline	CAMBRIDGE	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 235-	📞Landline	BOSTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 236-	📞Landline	BOSTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 237-	📞Landline	QUINCY	RCN TELECOM SERVICES, INC. - MA	N/A
(617) 238-	📞Landline	ROXBURY	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC	N/A
(617) 239-	📞Landline	BOSTON	TC SYSTEMS, INC.	N/A
(617) 240-	📱Wireless	SAUGUS	NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC - DC	N/A
(617) 241-	📞Landline	CHARLESTN	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 242-	📞Landline	CHARLESTN	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 243-	📞Landline	NEWTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 244-	📞Landline	NEWTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 245-	📞Landline	CAMBRIDGE	LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC - MA	N/A
(617) 246-	📞Landline	BOSTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 247-	📞Landline	BOSTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 248-	📞Landline	BOSTON	VERIZON NEW ENGLAND INC.	N/A
(617) 249-	📞Landline	QUINCY	MCIMETRO ACCESS TRANSMISSION SERVICES LLC	N/A

Frequently Asked Questions about Area Code 617

Where is area code 617 located?

Area code 617 is located in Massachusetts (United States), serving cities like Boston, Cambridge, Quincy, Newton, Somerville, Everett, Chelsea, Watertown, Winthrop Town.