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718 Area Code
Area code 718 is in New York, serving Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island in New York City. It is in the Eastern Time zone. It shares its territory with overlay codes 347, 465, 917 and 929, so 10-digit dialing is required.
Last updated October 1, 2026 · Source: NANPA
Where is the 718 area code?
718 is a New York area code covering Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island in New York City. In the wider directory it sits in the Northeast region.
Cities in the 718 area code
- New York City
- Brooklyn
- Queens
- The Bronx
- Staten Island
- Flushing
- Jamaica
- Astoria
- Long Island City
- Williamsburg
- Bay Ridge
- Coney Island
- Riverdale
- Far Rockaway
Counties served by 718
Kings County, Queens County, Bronx County and Richmond County.
718 overlay codes and dialing
The 718 territory is covered by an overlay of 5 area codes: 347, 465, 718, 917, 929. All of them serve the same geographic area, and the original code is 718. Because more than one code covers the same ground, 10-digit dialing is mandatory — you must dial the area code for every local call. New phone lines may be assigned any of these codes.
History of the 718 area code
718 went into service on September 1, 1984, created when it was split from 212. It serves New York City and the surrounding part of New York, and today shares its territory with overlay codes 347, 465, 917 and 929. For how codes are created, split, and overlaid, see how area codes work.
Is 718 a scam or spam risk?
718 is a legitimate geographic area code, not a premium or toll line, so a call from it costs you nothing extra. That said, scammers frequently spoof real local area codes to look familiar on caller ID. A genuine 718 number on your screen is no guarantee the caller is in New York City, NY or trustworthy. See spam & scam-risk area codes for how spoofing works and how to respond.
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Quick answers
718 area code FAQ
Where is the 718 area code?
The 718 area code is in New York, covering Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island in New York City, in the Northeast region.
What cities are in the 718 area code?
Cities in the 718 area code include New York City, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, Staten Island, Flushing, Jamaica, Astoria, Long Island City and Williamsburg.
What time zone is 718 in?
718 is in the Eastern Time zone.
What is the overlay for the 718 area code?
718 shares its territory with 347, 465, 917 and 929. All 5 codes (347, 465, 718, 917, 929) serve the same area, so 10-digit dialing is required for every call.
When did the 718 area code start?
718 went into service on September 1, 1984.
Do I have to dial 10 digits for 718?
Yes. Because 718 is an overlay area, you must dial the full 10-digit number (area code + 7 digits) for every call.
Is 718 a toll-free or premium code?
No. 718 is a standard geographic area code, so calling it costs the same as any local or long-distance call on your plan. Toll-free calls use 800, 888, 877, 866, 855, 844 or 833.