917 Area Code: New York City (all boroughs)
Updated: November 2026. Area code data: NANPA assignments via Simple Wikipedia and areacode.fyi, checked November 2026.
It is an overlay for all five boroughs of New York City.
| Area code | 917 |
|---|---|
| Location | New York City (all boroughs) |
| Time zone | Eastern Time |
| Type | Geographic |
| In service since | 1992 |
| Region | New York |
Where is 917?
New York City (all boroughs). It is an overlay for all five boroughs of New York City.
Time zone
Area code 917 is in the Eastern Time zone. The best time to call is generally between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. local time. Use our best time to call tool to compare it with your own time.
History
917 was added in 1992 as an overlay for all of New York City, originally used mainly for mobile phones and pagers.
How to dial 917
From the United States or Canada, dial 1 + 917 + the 7-digit number. From abroad, dial your international prefix, then 1 + 917 + the number — for example, +1 917 555 0132.
Is a call from 917 a scam?
Scammers can fake any area code, including 917. A number that looks local is not proof of who is calling. Never share passwords, verification codes or payment details with an unexpected caller; hang up and call the company back on a number from its official website. Report scam calls at reportfraud.ftc.gov, and forward spam texts to 7726.
Report scam calls at reportfraud.ftc.gov, forward spam texts to 7726, and register on the National Do Not Call Registry at donotcall.gov.
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FAQs
What city is area code 917?
New York City (all boroughs).
What time zone is area code 917?
Eastern Time.
Is 917 a toll-free area code?
No. 917 is a regular geographic area code, so calls to it are charged at your normal rate.
How do I call a 917 number from abroad?
Dial your international prefix, then 1 + 917 + the 7-digit number — for example, +1 917 555 0132.
Should I call back an unknown 917 number?
Only if you are expecting the call. If you do not recognise the number, look the company up independently instead of calling back — scammers often hope a callback will connect you to a premium-rate or phishing line.
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